Only 20 spots available. $100 per student. Registration is required.
This class has 2 scholarship spots available. You can e-mail us at admin@uncannyarthouse.com to claim the scholarship. These are first come, first serve.
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Sound Foundations for Musicians is a focused workshop built for artists and creators who want to better understand how their recordings actually translate. Whether you write songs at home, track full bands, or engineer your own sessions, this class is designed to sharpen your listening, strengthen your decision-making, and help you make more intentional choices from the start of the recording process.
This session breaks down the practical realities of capturing and shaping sound. Participants will explore how room acoustics influence perception, how to use practical theory to guide gear selection and editing decisions, and how microphones, preamps, and signal chains affect artistic outcomes. In-depth discussion will cover microphone types, placement strategies, common pitfalls, and best practices, with an emphasis on capturing a strong mix during the recording session.
The workshop also introduces the fundamentals of mixing, a deeper look at dynamics and how to think critically about compression and balance, and an overview of deliverables and loudness standards for modern platforms. The session concludes with an open Q&A, offering space for practical questions and real-world problem solving.
MEET YOUR TEACHER
Dr. Ioannis Andriotis is a composer, audio artist, and educator with over 20 years of professional experience working across classical music, film scoring, international biennials, and interactive performance. He has taught music composition, audio production, and music technology at the University of Oklahoma and Oklahoma State University, and has led numerous private and small-group courses focused specifically on audio for video. His work bridges creative practice and technical skill, offering students a grounded, real-world approach to sound for visual media and podcasting.