Series of Rural Key workshops launched

A new programme of sound workshops will take place over the coming weeks and months offering insights into the world of sound engineering and live sound.

The Rural Key Workshops will take place in Draperstown from Saturday 16th October and will run over a period of eight weeks, offering various insights into the world of sound.

The free workshops are open to everyone – from bands and artists to those interested in becoming engineers to venue owners and proprietors with in-house PAs.

The one-day classes will give an insight into working with sound in various locations from theatres to halls to bars. Broken down into two categories, workshops will be delivered in Sound Engineering and Live Band set-ups.

Sound Engineering Workshops include: introduction elements, set-up and cabling of full PA system, gig procedures including stage plans and channel listings, desk inspection including effects, inserts, EQ and mixing.

Band Live Workshops include: introductory elements, band set-up, mic-up and line checks, sound checks, performance breakdown/sound improvement and associated requirements for gigging and touring. This workshop will also include a section of live recording.

Participants will also have the chance to avail of observation and hands-on interaction at G Sessions and other related gigs following the workshops.

Sound Engineer workshops will take place on Saturday 16th October, 23rd October, 13th November and 27th November.

Live Band workshops will take place on Saturday 30th October, 6th November, 20th November and 4th December.

For more information or to book a place, email workshops@glasgowbury.com

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