Vocal Production Class | Seattle
Vocal Production Course
Record, produce, and mix a quality vocal — mic technique, editing mastery, tuning & mixing vocals and a virtual studio visit with a vocalist at work.
Seattle students take the Vocal Production Class in a small group at our studio, or live online in the same session with the same instructor, using our specialist music collaboration software, Muse. The city has a deep electronic and independent music scene, and our teachers are part of it.
Vocal Instrumentation
- →Explore the voice as a versatile instrument. Uncover techniques to shape and enhance vocal tones, turning the voice into a dynamic instrument that adds depth and emotion to your productions.
Signal Chain
- →Navigate the intricate world of signal chains for vocals. Understand how to optimize your setup for clarity, ensuring that every nuance of the performance is captured with precision.
Performance Prowess
- →Dive into the heart of vocal performance. Learn how to bring out the best in a singer, capturing the raw emotion and subtle nuances that make each performance unique.
Editing Finesse
- →Refine your editing skills for a polished vocal delivery. Explore techniques to enhance timing and pitch while maintaining the natural feel of the performance, creating a seamless and engaging listening experience.
Harmony Harmony
- →Elevate your vocal arrangements with backing vocals. Discover the art of crafting harmonies that complement and enrich the main vocal, adding a layer of depth and dimension to your sound.
Mixing Vocal Considerations
- →Enter the realm of mixing with a focus on vocals. Explore considerations like EQ, compression, and effects tailored specifically for vocals, ensuring that your vocal elements sit perfectly in the mix.
Even though music producers are not expected to be singers too, the more we understand about vocal production and recording, the better the final product! This includes knowing how to motivate, coach, and produce our artists. Singing is not mandatory during these sessions - we understand! Feel free to just listen.
It's not just about recording vocals; it's about crafting an experience that connects with listeners in a meaningful way. Discover qualities that distinguish us, here.
In our students' words.
“The small class size allowed the instructor time to give us individual attention/feedback. The teaching style was easily adjusted according to the levels in the class. As a very new producer, I never felt left behind. I never would have thought I could make this much progress in just 6 weeks!”
Andie Arbogast
Instructors
Before you enrol.
18 hours in a group, or 11 hours 1-on-1.
Yes - crafting backing vocals and harmonies that add depth without crowding the lead vocal.
Getting your setup right so every detail of a performance is captured cleanly before you even get to editing.
Yes - Vocal Production Private Instruction connects you with a specialist.
Yes - sessions are available in-person or Live Online.
You'll learn how to motivate, direct and get the best performance out of a singer - capturing the emotion and nuance that makes a vocal take work.
$799 + $100 Registration if booked 14 days before start or $999 + $200 Registration
Ready when you are.
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