Learn all about Scales & Modes and how to implement them into your production in the latest of our Music Theory lineups presented by SC Jamie Schmidt.
GarageBand 3 is a software application developed by Apple that allows users to easily compose, perform and record their own music. In this tutorial learn just how easy it is to turn your Mac into a fully featured recording studio. Jeff Dykhouse walks you through mastering the interface, learning basic recording techniques, arranging a song, recording live instruments/vocals, editing and mixing tracks, adding special effects, podcasting and distributing your GarageBand compositions via the Internet or CD.
No longer is your musical creativity confined to the walls of a recording studio. Today with a little planning and the right gear, you can record audio whenever and wherever you want. Two-time Grammy nominated recording artist and musician Carmen Rizzo shows you all the audio gear necessary for on-location recording. PLUS, Carmen shows you that it can all fit into two carry-on bags you can stow into the overhead compartment of most major airliners. Learn valuable tips from a seasoned pro about the best way to travel light without sacrificing any of your audio recording quality.
Proper techniques of the basic set-up and maintenance of the four primary guitar types: solid body fixed bridge guitars, solid body floating tremolo bridge guitars, acoustic guitars and bass guitars. Steve demonstrates the proper way to change strings, adjust the neck, assess the nut, adjust the pick-up height, and set the intonation and action so that your instrument is ready for optimum playability.
This Drum Tuning & Maintenance tutorial will help you produce the best possible sound from your equipment. Host Joe Randeen demonstrates how to select, replace and properly tune drumheads as well as selecting sticks. This tutorial will help maintain your investment by showing you how to routinely and properly maintain your kit while achieving the best sound possible.
In the past 25 years DJ’ing has evolved to a level where DJ’s are now considered integral meMbers of today’s music and nightclub scene. That being the case, choosing the right equipment can be a daunting task with the many options available on the market today. Whether setting up a home DJ studio or spinning parties, weddings or corporate events, Kazell, a well-respected LA based DJ, shows you the different equipment you can utilize in setting up your rig. In addition, he walks you through the advantages and disadvantages of various gear and basic equipment configurations. Whether you’re a vinyl purist or a digital devotee, Kazell will steer you towards DJ success.
“With the advent of the Information Age, new communication technologies and the Internet, the worldwide community can easily share and download information, images, music and other intellectual property simply with the click of a mouse. The need to protect yourself and your music has never been greater. Join attorney Brock Shinen as he demystifies the legal aspects of properly protecting your compositions. Brock covers what types of works can be protected, how to best ensure creative ownership, as well as promoting and exercising control over your intellectual property. In addition, learn about standard contract terms, the granting of rights, exclusivity, termination of rights and equitable compensation.
