Pro Stories: In Remembrance, Joe Hammer
4 months ago • 1 min readI've known my friend Joe Hammer for almost 20 years. Joe has literally done everything. From running his own studio, touring all over the world as a drummer, and even working in management and business development for major audio manufacturers all over the globe. From France, to Japan, to Australia, Joe has seen it all. Here's a little advice from the guy I affectionately call, Uncle Joe. I shall miss Joe a lot, he was a legend. JOE HAMMER Follow your own passion — not your parents, not your...
READ POSTConquering Creative Block: A Sound Designer's Toolbox
4 months ago • 1 min readWe've all been there: staring at a blank DAW, headphones silent, creativity seemingly sucked into a bottomless pit. But fear not, fellow sound designers! Even seasoned sonic alchemists face creative roadblocks. Let's delve into some practical tips to reignite your spark and break free from the clutches of creative block. 1. Seek Inspiration: Dive into Diverse Soundscapes When your own well of ideas runs dry, tap into the collective brilliance of others. Library music sites become your...
READ POSTPro Story: Brian Bonifacio
4 months ago • 1 min readBrian Bonifacio is a friend and one of the most talented engineers I have met in my long career. Always positive and supportive, he is an inspiration to me and many others. As always, he brings some seriously potent advice to the table with his story. Brian's Story I started out playing drums as a kid and loved music so much I wanted to be involved in making it. Buuuut, I hated practicing so I knew I wouldn't be a world class drummer. I took an interest in the recording side when a friend of...
READ POSTHeroes Get Remembered - Legends Never Die, By Elijah Aranzanso
4 months ago • 2 min readThis year my fellow graduates and I of the Recording Arts Program mourn the loss of our great professor Jae Henry. A person with a kind heart, and a motivated attitude, he gave his all into his recording program until the very end. Students, alumni, friends, and colleagues were devastated about his passing however most importantly his spirit will always be around guiding all of us. Who was Jay? A father, mentor, creator and role model. Jae was a true contributor to the music and audio...
READ POSTOrigin Story: Doug Hinrichs
4 months ago • 1 min readAbout Doug An accomplished member of the New York percussion community, Doug's performance experience includes positions in several Broadway shows -- including a full-time position in the hit musical "In The Heights", and concerts with artists from a multitude of styles and settings. A recent performance highlight: with Bobby McFerrin at Jazz At Lincoln Center. As for studio percussion, his tracks have been on jingles for ESPN, PowerAde, The New York Knicks, and Miller Lite Beer. His credits...
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