What is Mixing? Mixing is the art of balancing multiple recorded tracks, adjusting levels, panning, EQ, compression, and effects to create a cohesive sound where every instrument and vocal has its place in the sonic landscape.

What is Mastering? Mastering is the final polish that transforms your mix into a professional, broadcast-ready product. It involves optimizing overall levels, tonal balance, and dynamics to ensure your music sounds great across all playback systems.

Each week we will work with live multi-track recordings from recent concerts at the De la Luz Soundstage. We'll listen and learn about a variety of instruments and musical styles, then mix tracks from a real touring artist to make a single that will be released with a corresponding live video. The finished product will be uploaded to all of our online channels and your name will be in the credits.

Throughout this hands-on course, you'll develop the technical skills and artistic judgment needed to take raw recordings and transform them into professional-quality releases that artists would be proud to share with their fans.