Learn live sound from a professional
News: 11th April 2011 by Louise Dodgson under Live, Music Training & Careers, Recording & Production
Seasoned engineer Sophie Grant takes up the reins at Point Blank Music College in the fastest growing area of the music business…
There is no better way to learn a craft than actually doing it for real. And no better qualified person to teach it than a successful, experienced practitioner. So with that in mind, Point Blank announce the latest addition to their teaching team in the shape of Live Sound Engineer Sophie Grant who brings a credible, busy and active resume with her.
Sophie has toured the world as Front of House sound engineer with artists such as Jamie T, Kate Nash, The Datsuns, Ben Hudson and The Noisettes at scores of major venues in cities worldwide from London , Hamburg , Rome to Tokyo and at festivals such as Glastonbury, T in the Park, Reading Festival, V Festival UK, as well as a host of European counterparts. Sophie is therefore extremely well placed to pass on the knowledge of how to mix bands live to up and coming talent. This she does on Point Blank’s Live Sound Engineering Certificate which gives you the opportunity to mix 6 live gigs in 6 months at various top London venues.
Sophie says: "I am really excited about teaching the Advanced Live Sound Course at Point Blank. We will be taking a detailed look into all aspects of becoming a top live sound engineer on the international touring circuit. The whole course is designed specifically to do hands on work in venues with musicians and working sound engineers. It’s the only way to learn live sound. I am looking forward to getting started.”
As well as supervised, hands on practice at sound engineering at 6 gigs (one for each month of the course) you learn in detail the ins and outs of getting the most out of any PA to make the bands you mix sound hot. Point Blank live sound students will also get the opportunity to gain professional experience in live audio mixing at Dalston Roof Park events starting this summer as well as work experience opportunities at the Barfly in Camden and Vibe bar Shoreditch.
There are more jobs in live music than ever for the right candidates: get on the course now!
For details check the webpage below or call David on 020 7729 4884 or email [email protected]
Courses start: 4th April, 4th July, 26th September 2011
About Point Blank:
Point Blank is the UK's favourite Music Production School (winner of ‘Best Music Production School’ at DJ Magazine’s annual T-Scan Awards six times), offering innovative training in music production, sound engineering, DJing, radio production, singing and music business. The college built its reputation for intimate, high level personalised tuition at its London HQ. However, students can also join in with the Point Blank experience via international online courses which feature ground-breaking virtual learning and 1-2-1 video feedback: DVR™ (Direct Video Response). Reaching out to avid producers around the globe, Point Blank’s tutors include multi million selling Grammy award winners, as well as songwriters, producers and remixers who've worked alongside top artists such as Massive Attack, Beyonce, De La Soul, Alicia Keys, Bjork, La Roux Florence & The Machine and a whole host of artists on the underground scene. The tangible success of the school is reflected in the calibre of students taking part: recent alumni include Claude Von Stroke, Phats and Small, the Sound Designer from ‘Lost’ and the drummer from Beck.
Related Links
http://www.pointblanklondon.com
http://www.pointblanklondon.com/live-sound-engineering-course.php
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