Past Event Success!
On Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 February two young people were taken on a deep dive of all things live sound engineering. Participants discovering a range of equipment and technical skills on Saturday. Followed on Sunday by a musician joining us to get real time, hands on practice.
17 year old Jeremiah who has been managing the sound at the Yackandandah Folk Festival Emerging Artists Stage for the past several years was only too happy to share his knowledge with enthusiasm and patience. Participants have the opportunity to use their new skills by assisting Jeremiah at the festival this year!
Young people, mentoring their peers and real world opportunities is what we are all about and this activity absolutely delivered!
Thank you to everyone who participated in bringing this workshop to life, including the Yackandandah Folk Festival volunteer committee.
Live Sound Workshop for young people aged 14-25years.
This two-day beginner sound course, run by Jeremiah Johnston, is designed to give participants a practical introduction to live sound.
The course covers the fundamentals of PA systems, microphones, mixing basics, and safe setup and pack-down procedures. participants will learn how to set up and run sound for small gigs, events, and rehearsals.
Participants will also have the opportunity to shadow experienced sound operators and gain hands-on experience working on the Youth Stage at the Yackandandah Folk Festival on March 21st & 22nd.
Two Day workshop (participants are required to attend both days)
Saturday 21st February 11.00pm - 4pm
Sunday 22nd February 9am - 2pm Yackandandah Public Hall
Workshop Details
This workshop is funded by the Victorian Government Amplify Program