MUSIC EXPO ANNOUNCES PROGRAMMING FOR SAN FRANCISCO EVENT ON NOV. 9TH

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MUSIC EXPO ANNOUNCES PROGRAMMING SCHEDULE FOR UPCOMING SAN FRANCISCO EVENT FOR MUSIC CREATORS ON NOV. 9TH

MUSIC EVENT PRESENTED BY FOCUSRITE GROUP ADDS AVID AS NEWLY ANNOUNCED CONFERENCE SPONSOR, IN ASSOCIATION WITH SOUND ON  SOUND MAGAZINE AND PRODUCE LIKE A PRO

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (August 13, 2024) - Music Expo has officially announced its programming highlights for their upcoming San Francisco event. This will be the tenth year that Music Expo has curated a diverse lineup for their upcoming conference dedicated to music professionals and creators. Music Expo San Francisco presented by Focusrite Group and in association with Sound On Sound Magazine, Produce Like A Pro, and Avid will feature 30+ GRAMMY-winning producers, engineers, songwriters, music artists and leading technology brands. All will come together for a full day of programming, networking and panel discussions as they explore three major themes including Music and AI, Spatial Audio and Virtual Reality, and Artistry and Connection. View the full program here: http://musicexpo.co/programming.

Music Expo San Francisco is set for Nov. 9th at San Francisco’s newest venue, Music City San Francisco. Early bird tickets for the event are currently on sale for $59 (25% off General Admission) and limited VIP tickets are available for $149 by visiting, musicexpo.co.

Special guest Otis McDonald will kick off the day with a general session and talk about music partnerships with tech companies, leading a discussion about royalty-free libraries for Facebook and YouTube, and how that can lead to additional revenue and new opportunities.

As a newly added conference sponsor and leading technology brand, Avid will present at Music Expo San Francisco, showcasing their latest solutions.

Session highlights by track:
Immersive Audio Sessions Presented by Neumann and ASG: Explore the tools and technology used to set up a studio session and be immersed in the music production process as Producers offer mix breakdowns of tracks and guide you through their decision-making processes.

• Getting Started with Dolby Atmos (John Scanlon, Ben Givarz)

• Discover the Art of Immersive Music Production (Nahuel Bronzini and Cigarbox Man)

• Deep Dive into a Dolby Atmos Mix (Matt Boudreau)

• Hands-On Learning: How to get Started on Logic Pro with Dolby Institute

• From Mix to Master to Deliverables (Michael Romanowski)

• Hands-On Learning: How to get Started on Avid Pro Tools and Logic Pro with Dolby Institute

• Immersive Licensing Session (Michael Romanowski and Leslie Ann Jones)  

• Hands-On Learning: How to get Started on Avid Pro Tools and Logic Pro with Dolby Institute

Music Business Sessions: Explore various areas of the music industry including streaming, sync, AI, marketing, placing your music in visual media such as games and film, and the dynamic landscape of revenue opportunities.

• Beyond Streaming: Alternative Outlets for Your Music (Steve Horowitz, Sonia Mokhtari, Sami Freeman, and Jerome Rossen)

• How to Get Your Songs Signed for Sync (Sonnet Simmons)

• Diversify and Thrive: Innovative Revenue Streams in the Music Industry (Matt Boudreau, Piper Payne, Elaine Ryan)

  • Attendees will have the opportunity to pitch their own creative business ideas to our panelists in a “Shark Tank” style session and receive invaluable feedback on their entrepreneurial vision.

• Practical AI in Music Business (Tommy Speer Jr., Saul Spady, Sonnet Simmons, Stefan Aronsen, Jenn Knight)

• Practical Marketing For Artists (Kenya Moses, Joi Rhone, Tiffany Wilson, Elaine Huang)

• Speed Up Music Creation and Production with AI

• Recommendation for Delivery of Recorded Music Projects by the Recording Academy

Creative Sessions Presented by KALI Audio and Audigo Labs: With a focus on music creation, content will focus on songwriting, setting up your studio for optimal sound, efficient workflow strategies, tips and tricks on how to enhance a vocal performance in the studio, the process of pre-production to final mixes and more.

• Setting Up A Room From Zero (Kali Audio’s Director of Marketing, Nate Baglyos)

• The Ten Biggest Mistakes Songwriters Make and How To Avoid Them (Jai Josefs)

• Vocal Vision (Blake Cline)

• The Art of Synthesizers: History, Innovation and Musical Expression (Guido Salaya)

• Producing Rock Songs - From Pre-Production to Final Mix (Jacob Light)

• Dawless Workshop (Trovarsi)

• Fast and Furious Workflow (Otis McDonald)

• Behind The Harmonies: Techniques to be the Session Singer They Will Hire Again (Briget Boyle)

• Pro-Tips with Game Music (Matt Levine)

For VIP ticket holders, Music Expo will also host an exclusive Mix Q&A session with Producer John Cuniberti (Joe Satriani, Tracy Chapman) and Producer/Engineer Mark Needham (Chris Isaak, Cake) at Hyde Street Studios on Friday, Nov. 8th. Tickets for this limited event are available here: musicexpo.co/register

Registered attendees will be eligible to win over $700 worth of plugins and product giveaways including KIT Plugins’ acclaimed Blackbird emulations, including their recently released KIT Drums-Connor Denis, renowned BB N105 V2 Channel Strip and the BB Chamber A, their first plugin built using AI.

Music Expo San Francisco 2024 is presented by Focusrite Group and in association with Sound On Sound Magazine, Produce Like A Pro and Avid. Breakout sponsors include; Neumann, KALI Audio, Advanced Systems Groups (ASG) and Audigo Labs. Exhibiting sponsors include; Leapwing Audio, Audeze, Audient, GS Music, and Warm Audio. Curation partners include; Dolby, Coast Mastering and San Francisco Conservatory of Music (SFCM). Community sponsor Hyde Street Studios and SF-EMM, and Media sponsor Gearspace.com. Publicity and media services are provided by Pitch Candy PR.

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Music Expo Announces First Round Of Speakers For Upcoming San Francisco Event For Music Creators On Nov. 9th

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Music Expo Announces First Round Of Speakers For Upcoming
San Francisco Event For Music Creators On Nov. 9th

San Francisco Producer/Multi-instrumentalist Otis McDonald Announced As Special Guest

‘Music Expo San Francisco’ Presented By Focusrite Group In Association With Sound On Sound Magazine Celebrates 10th Anniversary

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (June 18, 2024) - Music Expo is announcing the first round of speakers for their upcoming San Francisco event for music creators. Music Expo San Francisco presented by Focusrite Group and in association with Sound On Sound Magazine and Produce Like A Pro is celebrating their tenth anniversary with a roster of multiple GRAMMY-winning producers, engineers, songwriters, music artists and more. 

San Francisco Producer/Multi-instrumentalist Otis McDonald will join as a special guest and will give the keynote address. 

Producers and engineers confirmed thus far include; Matt Boudreau (Green Day, Alanis Morissette), Nahuel Bronzini (Fantastic Negrito, Cigarbox Man), John Cuniberti (Joe Satriani, PJ Harvey), Matt Levine  (The Last of Us, Uncharted 3, and Infamous: First Light), Warren Huart (The Fray, Korn, James Blunt, Aerosmith), Jacob Light (Tess & The Details, Briget Boyle), Mark Needham (The Killers, Fleetwood Mac, Imagine Dragons), Piper Payne (Madame Gandhi, Geographer), Michael Romanowski (Alicia Keys, Al Green, Peter Frampton), and Jerome Rossen (PBS Kids, The Bachelor, Temptation Island). 

Multi-instrumentalists/artists/songwriters/composers include; Briget Boyle, Cigarbox Man, Jai Josefs, Sami Freeman, Steve Horowitz, Sonia Mokhtari, Elaine Ryan and Trovarsi. 

Music industry notables include; Vocal Coach, Tenor and Actor Blake Cline, Dolby’s John Scanlon, Ben Givarz and  Brandon Nales, Artist Manager and Event Promoter Joi Rhones, and Marketing Strategist Kenya Moses.

Music Expo San Francisco 2024 will offer attendees up-close access to some of the world’s top DJs, producers, artists, engineers, songwriters, music industry tastemakers and leading technology brands. Past events have welcomed more than 5,000 attendees, more than 250 presenters, and more than 300 hours of educational content and networking. Music San Francisco 2024 will be exploring three major themes including Music & AI, Spatial Audio & Virtual Reality, and Artistry and Connection. 

Music Expo’s in-person conference will be held at one of San Francisco’s newest venues, Music City San Francisco on Saturday, November 9th. Early bird tickets for the one-day event are currently on sale for $59 (25% off General Admission) and limited VIP tickets are available for $149 by visiting, musicexpo.co. Additional speakers and program highlights to be announced. 

Music Expo San Francisco 2024 is presented by Focusrite Group and in association with Sound On Sound Magazine and Produce Like A Pro. Breakout sponsors include; Neumann, KALI Audio, Advanced Systems Groups (ASG) and Audigo Labs. Exhibiting sponsors include; Leapwing Audio, Audeze, Audient, GS Music, and Warm Audio. Curation Partners Dolby and Coast Mastering. Community sponsor Hyde Street Studios, and Media sponsor Gearspace.com. Publicity and media services are provided by Pitch Candy PR. 

ABOUT MUSIC EXPO

Music Expo presented by Focusrite Group and in association with Sound on Sound Magazine, is a conference series to inspire music makers. Music Expo presents annual events nationwide in cities including Boston, Miami, Nashville, and San Francisco and offers attendees up-close access to some of the world’s top DJs, producers, artists, engineers, songwriters, music industry tastemakers, and leading technology brands. Founded in 2014, Music Expo provides pros and aspiring talent the opportunity to learn from some of the most successful music creators and has connected thousands of music makers nationwide. Each year, Music Expo donates a portion of proceeds to help support non-profit organizations making an impact in their local community. Music Expo is committed to celebrating diversity and the inclusion of women and minorities. For more information, visit https://musicexpo.co/. 

ABOUT FOCUSRITE GROUP

Focusrite Group is not your average audio technology group. A passionate bunch united by a single objective: to smash through barriers and unleash boundless creativity in the world of sound. From bedroom beat making to uniting festival crowds, Focusrite Group supports its customers at every step of their music journeys. Focusrite Group brands provide solutions from studio to stage; everything customers need to make great music - From the world’s best-selling audio interfaces from Focusrite, class leading Novation MIDI controllers and groove boxes, and high precision ADAM Audio studio monitors, to the finest-sounding, high-end analog synthesizers ever made from Sequential and Oberheim. For more information visit, https://focusriteplc.com/

ABOUT SOUND ON SOUND

Based in Cambridge, England and independently owned, Sound On Sound has been delivering a quality monthly print magazine since 1985 and is recognized internationally as the 'bible' of the music recording industry. Every month our UK and USA editions deliver consistently more pages than any competing title, packed full of in-depth news, features reviews and authoritative product tests covering the full spectrum of music production and studio technology for both home recording enthusiasts and professionals. Sound On Sound operates a market leading website, podcasts, video documentaries and tutorials, regular newsletters and events. For more information, visit https://www.soundonsound.com/

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MUSIC EXPO ANNOUNCES 2024 SAN FRANCISCO EVENT FOR MUSIC CREATORS

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MUSIC EXPO PRESENTED BY FOCUSRITE GROUP IN ASSOCIATION WITH SOUND ON SOUND MAGAZINE ANNOUNCES
2024 SAN FRANCISCO EVENT FOR MUSIC CREATORS

MUSIC SERIES CELEBRATES 10TH ANNIVERSARY

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (March 27, 2024) - Music Expo, a conference series for music makers announces Music Expo San Francisco 2024 presented by Focusrite Group and in association with Sound On Sound Magazine. In celebration of its tenth anniversary, the music series is returning with its first in-person event in five years, following the pandemic. 

Music Expo San Francisco 2024 will offer attendees up-close access to some of the world’s top DJs, producers, artists, engineers, songwriters, music industry tastemakers and leading technology brands. Past events have welcomed more than 5,000 attendees, more than 250 presenters, and more than 300 hours of educational content and networking. Super early bird tickets for the one-day event are currently on sale for $39 (50% off General Admission) and limited VIP tickets are available for $149 by visiting, musicexpo.co. Full program details to be announced.

Music San Francisco 2024 will be exploring three major themes including Music & AI, Spatial Audio & Virtual Reality, and Artistry and Connection. This year’s in-person conference will be held at one of San Francisco’s newest venues, Music City San Francisco on Saturday, November 9th. 

“I'm excited to announce that this year, Music Expo is back, stronger than ever. It's not just an event; it's a celebration of the Bay Area music community that is more vibrant than ever; it's a testament to the power of music to connect, inspire, and propel us forward. I want to thank our initial partners for being part of this journey, their involvement not only elevates the event but also highlights their commitment to supporting the local music community,” shared Loïc Maestracci, Founder of Music Expo. 

“Having participated in many Music Expo events in the past, I was thrilled to hear it was coming back, in person, revamped and ready to serve the Bay Area music-making community. For the Focusrite Group content creation brands; Focusrite, Novation, ADAM Audio, Sequential, and Oberheim, it was a no-brainer decision to support Music Expo and we are proud to be the presenting sponsor. We’re looking forward to sharing some of our best-selling audio recording, production and music creation products with Music Expo attendees. We will have product specialists on hand to answer questions, and plenty of new products to share,” said Hannah Bliss, Vice President of Marketing at Focusrite Group. 

“We are delighted to resume our headline media partnership with Music Expo. Music producers thrive on in-person connection that Covid disrupted, and such a well curated educational event that was so popular for the Bay Area music tech networking community is only destined to be a huge success again,” shared Nick Humbert, International Business Development Manager of Sound On Sound. 

Music Expo San Francisco 2024 is presented by Focusrite Group and in association with Sound On Sound Magazine. Initial breakout sponsors include; Neumann, KALI Audio, and Advanced Systems Groups (ASG). Initial exhibiting sponsors include; Leapwing Audio, Audeze, and Audient, Community sponsor Hyde Street Studios, and Media sponsor Gearspace.com. Publicity and media services are provided by Pitch Candy PR. 

ABOUT MUSIC EXPO

Music Expo presented by Focusrite Group and in association with Sound on Sound Magazine, is a conference series to inspire music makers. Music Expo presents annual events nationwide in cities including Boston, Miami, Nashville, and San Francisco and offers attendees up-close access to some of the world’s top DJs, producers, artists, engineers, songwriters, music industry tastemakers, and leading technology brands. Founded in 2014, Music Expo provides pros and aspiring talent the opportunity to learn from some of the most successful music creators and has connected thousands of music makers nationwide. Each year, Music Expo donates a portion of proceeds to help support non-profit organizations making an impact in their local community. Music Expo is committed to celebrating diversity and the inclusion of women and minorities. For more information, visit https://musicexpo.co/. 

ABOUT FOCUSRITE GROUP

Focusrite Group is not your average audio technology group. A passionate bunch united by a single objective: to smash through barriers and unleash boundless creativity in the world of sound. From bedroom beat making to uniting festival crowds, Focusrite Group supports its customers at every step of their music journeys. Focusrite Group brands provide solutions from studio to stage; everything customers need to make great music - From the world’s best-selling audio interfaces from Focusrite, class leading Novation MIDI controllers and groove boxes, and high precision ADAM Audio studio monitors, to the finest-sounding, high-end analog synthesizers ever made from Sequential and Oberheim. For more information visit, https://focusriteplc.com/

ABOUT SOUND ON SOUND

Based in Cambridge, England and independently owned, Sound On Sound has been delivering a quality monthly print magazine since 1985 and is recognized internationally as the 'bible' of the music recording industry. Every month our UK and USA editions deliver consistently more pages than any competing title, packed full of in-depth news, features reviews and authoritative product tests covering the full spectrum of music production and studio technology for both home recording enthusiasts and professionals. Sound On Sound operates a market leading website, podcasts, video documentaries and tutorials, regular newsletters and events. For more information, visit https://www.soundonsound.com/

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MODERN LATIN MUSIC SUMMIT ANNOUNCED

LATIN MUSIC PRODUCERS, ARTISTS AND INDUSTRY LEADERS COME TOGETHER FOR MODERN LATIN MUSIC SUMMIT ON JUNE 11TH & JUNE 12TH

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. (May 10th, 20201) - Latin music producers, artists, songwriters and music industry leaders are coming together for Modern Latin Music Summit, a virtual, two-day event curated for the next generation of music creators pushing the boundaries of music genres to Latin Trap, Reggaeton, Latin Pop and crossover genres. The Modern Latin Music Summit is presented in association with Sound On Sound Magazine and will take place virtually on June 11th and 12th. Programming will be offered as a combination of both English and Spanish languages (*denoted below). Early bird tickets are available starting at $30 until May 21st, register here: https://hopin.com/events/modern-latin-music-summit.

The Modern Latin Music Summit will offer access to highly sought-after producers, engineers, music creators and industry leaders, including; Multi-platinum Songwriter Ale Alberti (Alesso, Becky G, Lele Pons), Recording/Mixing Engineer Maria Elisa Ayerbe (Ricky Martin, Marc Anthony, J.Lo), FOH Mixing Engineer Carolina C. Antón (Kool & The Gang, Gloria Gaynor, Natalia Lafourcade), Songwriter Dani Blau (Sebastián Yatra, Tini, Danna Paola), Songwriter GALE (Anitta, Selena Gomez, Lele Pons), Attorney Pierre Hachar (The Hachar Entertainment Group), Latin Grammy-winning Producer James Joubran (Alvaro Alcocer y las Buenas Influencias, Marc Anthony, San Luis), Producer and Engineer Guillo Lefeld (Adam Lambert, Yuna, Chayanne), TikTok Media and Music Partnerships Manager Judith Gómez Machado (Spanish South America & Caribbean), Songwriter Nito (Selena Gomez), 3X Grammy-nominated Producer/Engineer Franklin El Medico Rodriguez (Diplo, Daddy Yankee, Locos Por Juana), Grammy-nominated Mixing Engineer Frank Socorro (Amy Winehouse, Nas, Salaam Remi), Music Producer/Multi-instrumentalist and Artist Ali Stone (Cami, RBD, Danna Paola), 5X Latin Grammy-nominated Musician Juan Ignacio Sucre (Los Mesoneros), and TikTok Music Partnerships Manager Cristina M. De Uriarte. More speakers and sessions to be announced. 

Programming will include breakout sessions, one-on-one speed networking, production masterclasses, a virtual stage, mentoring sessions, panels and product demos with opportunities for attendees to participate and experience multiple interactive areas, similar to in-person participation, with rooms that are optimized for connecting and engaging. Program highlights include;

• Masterclasses: Learn current production techniques from innovative producers and engineers creating the new Latin sound.

  • Latin Production Masterclass with Ali Stone (*English)

  • Reggaeton Mixing Masterclass with Frank Socorro (*English)

• Immersive Sound Mixing Applied For Music Videos - Join Carolina C. Antón to discuss creativity and immersive ways of mixing using binaural Ambisonic format. (*English)

• Songwriting in the Latin Market - Join hit-making songwriters GALE, Ale Alberti, and Dani Blau to discuss songwriting in the Latin music market. (*English) 

• Mix Feedback Session with Frank Socorro + Panel (*English)

• TikTok 101 - Join Judith Gómez Machado, Media and Music Partnerships Manager at TikTok to talk in depth about the platform and how it can benefit creators. (*Spanish)

• Blockchain and NFTs explained with Pierre Hachar. (*English)

• Professional Mentoring with SoundGirls - Connect with industry professionals in a small and intimate setting to ask any questions to help propel your music career to the next level. (*English and Spanish)

Modern Latin Music Summit is presented in association with Sound On Sound Magazine, conference sponsor IK Multimedia, session sponsor Leapwing Audio, and community partner SoundGirls. Additional media sponsors include Gearspace.com. Publicity and media services provided by Pitch Candy PR. Registered attendees will be eligible for prizes and digital swag bags with exclusive discount codes and extended product trials. 

To register for Modern Latin Music Summit or for more information, visit: https://hopin.com/events/modern-latin-music-summit.

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MUSIC EXPO SERIES FOR MUSIC MAKERS ANNOUNCES INTERNATIONAL EXPANSION AND RETURN TO U.S. CITIES IN 2020

MUSIC EXPO SERIES FOR MUSIC MAKERS ANNOUNCES INTERNATIONAL EXPANSION AND RETURN TO U.S. CITIES IN 2020

Expanded Two-Day San Francisco Bay Area Conference Wraps A Highly Successful Year in Multiple Cities Across the U.S.

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. (Dec. 6th, 2019) - Music Expo, the multi-city conference series for music makers announces today, an international expansion into Mexico City, Mexico in 2020. Music Expo Mexico will be held at SAE Institute (Mexico City) on Sat., Feb. 15th and the series will return to multiple U.S. cities next year including Nashville, Miami, and San Francisco. Music Expo is presented in association with Sound On Sound Magazine and hosted by SAE Institute. Early bird tickets for Music Expo Mexico are available now, by visiting https://musicexpo.co/mexico. *More dates and ticket on-sales to be announced.

Since launching in 2014, Music Expo has more than tripled in attendance and has continued to provide pros and aspiring talent the opportunity to learn from some of the most successful music creators. This year alone, Music Expo presented to 1,400 attendees across three events. In addition, over 100 presenters provided 80+ hours of networking and educational programming including talks and keynote addresses from award-winning Producers and Engineers; Gary Noble (Estelle, Amy Winehouse, Fugees), F. Reid Shippen (Kenny Chesney, Cage The Elephant, One Republic) and Clarence Jey (All-4-One, “Glee” and viral song “Friday”). Music Expo also welcomed support from leading technology brands including Yamaha, Steinberg, iZotope, Leapwing Audio and more.

“Our goal is to continue to exist in places that have a community of music creators, but might not have the same access or resources of cities like Los Angeles or New York. With the support of SAE Institute, we are expanding our mission into Mexico City, where we have identified a community of music creators, and can provide valuable resources and tools that can help them do what they love,” said Loïc Maestracci, Founder of Music Expo.

Due to high demand, Music Expo expanded its’ annual San Francisco Bay Area conference to two days for the first time in November. A huge success, the event brought in 700 attendees across both days, including an endorsement from Emeryville Mayor Ally Medina. The all-star lineup of Producers and Engineers included; Warren Huart (The Fray, James Blunt, Produce Like A Pro), Michael Romanowski (Third Eye Blind, Pentatonix, G-Love), Pete Lyman (Chris Stapleton, Fall Out Boy, Weezer), Piper Payne (Third Eye Blind, Madame Gandhi, Geographer), DECAP (Joyner Lucas, Locksmith, Talib Kweli), Jay-J (Jill Scott, Joss Stone), Artist and Producer Christopher Willits, and DJ Liam Shy who presented to standing room only. The expanded program included mastering sessions, beat breakdowns, and a full track of workshops devoted to analog recording.

“We continue to grow every year, and that growth has made the decision easy to return to markets like Nashville, Miami and San Francisco. With everything that we do, we try to integrate the attendees with our presenters, and we do that by offering an up-close and interactive experiences for attendees to get-to-know their peers and mentors, and the people they look up to. We are excited to be a one-of-a-kind conference geared toward music makers, and now with a network across cities in the U.S., and for the first time, internationally,” added Maestracci.

Register (HERE) today to be connected with thousands of music creators who have attended Music Expo conferences. For the latest Music Expo updates, please visit http://wwwmusicexpo.co or follow Music Expo on Facebook and Twitter.

ABOUT MUSIC EXPO
Music Expo presented in association with Sound On Sound magazine, is a multi-city conference series to inspire music makers. Music Expo presents annual events nationwide in cities including Boston, Miami, Nashville and San Francisco and offers attendees up-close access to some of the world’s top DJs, producers, artists, engineers, songwriters, music industry tastemakers and leading technology brands. Founded in 2014, Music Expo provides pros and aspiring talent the opportunity to learn from some of the most successful music creators and has connected thousands of music makers across the country. Each year, Music Expo donates a portion of proceeds to help support non-profit organizations making an impact in their local community. Music Expo is committed to celebrating diversity and the inclusion of women and minorities. For more information, visit https://musicexpo.co/ or follow Music Expo on Facebook and Twitter.

ABOUT SOUND ON SOUND
Based in Cambridge, England and independently-owned, Sound On Sound has been delivering a quality monthly print magazine since 1985 and is recognized internationally as the 'bible' of the music recording industry. Every month our UK and USA editions deliver consistently more pages than any competing title, packed full of in-depth product tests of Recording Systems, Music Software: DAWs, Virtual Instruments, Plug-ins, Synthesizers, Keyboards & Rack Modules, Music Computers, Samplers, Audio Interfaces, Effects & Signal Processors, Mixing Consoles and not forgetting studio essentials like Microphones and Monitors, plus the best Musician/Mix Engineer/Record Producer interviews you'll read anywhere. Our regular Tutorials and practical 'how to' Workshops offer no-nonsense advice, to help readers gain the most from their studio tools - at all levels of expertise. The SOS website draws over 1.3 million unique visitors each month.www.soundonsound.com.

ABOUT SAE INSTITUTE
Established in 1976, SAE Creative Media Institute provides niche creative media programs to about 10,000 students at more than 50 campuses around the world. SAE Institute is recognized for providing students with access to pro-quality studio equipment and facilities, employing teaching staff with strong industry experience and delivering hands on teaching and learning in small class environments. The Institute engages with industry to develop curriculum that is relevant to local and global workforce needs. Work placements and internships are embedded in SAE Institute programs as pathways to employment. Globally, SAE Institute offers an extensive suite of creative media programs, from short courses and professional training through to bachelor and postgraduate degrees.

MUSIC EXPO ANNOUNCES FULL PROGRAM LINEUP FOR BAY AREA CONFERENCE (11/9 & 11/10)

MUSIC EXPO ANNOUNCES FULL PROGRAM LINEUP FOR BAY AREA CONFERENCE (11/9 & 11/10)

40+ Speakers Including Grammy-winning Producers & Engineers; Warren Huart, DECAP, Christopher Willits, Jay-J, Michael Romanowski, Piper Payne, Karrie Keyes, Pete Lyman, Liam Shy, Nahuel Bronzini and more  

Keynote Speaker Clarence Jey
Emeryville Mayor Ally Medina to Welcome Attendees
Program to Include Full Analog Track!

Tickets are still available, here: https://musicexpo.co/sanfrancisco

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. - Nov. 4th, 2019 - Music Expo, the multi-city conference series for music makers presented in association with Sound On Sound magazine, announces the full program lineup for San Francisco’s expanded two-day event, offering workshops and talks designed for music makers. Music Expo San Francisco is hosted by SAE Expression College (6601 Shellmound St, Emeryville, CA 94608) and is taking place on Sat., Nov. 9th (10 a.m. - 6 p.m.) and Sun., Nov. 10th (10 a.m. - 5 p.m.). Music Expo offers unparalleled access to some of the most successful creators, and is open to the public - both established professionals and aspiring pros. Limited one-day and two-day tickets are still available starting at $35 by visiting, https://musicexpo.co/sanfrancisco.

Music Expo welcomes back 40+ speakers including multiple GRAMMY-winning producers, engineers, songwriters, music artists and leading technology brands. Keynote Speaker Clarence Jey kicks off the two-day event with a discussion about the artistic, economic, and practical value of music and what we create. Emeryville Mayor Ally Medina is giving the opening welcome address. Esteemed music makers added to the previously announced lineup (HERE), include Producers and Engineers; Warren Huart (The Fray, Aerosmith, James Blunt, Produce Like a Pro), DECAP (DaBaby, Joyner Lucas, Token Ruel), Starita (Childish Gambino, A Tribe Called Quest, Third Eye Blind), Michael Romanowski (Third Eye Blind, Pentatonix, G-Love), Nahuel Bronzini (Tony Toni Toné!, Fantastic Negrito), Emiliano Caballero (Bon Jovi, Foy Vance, Elle King), McKay Garner (J Dilla, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Michael Buble), Michael James (New Radicals, Hole, Edwin McCain), Karrie Keyes (SoundGirls, Pearl Jam, Eddie Vedder), Jay-J (Ultra, Defected, OM), Pete Lyman (Chris Stapleton, Fall Out Boy, Weezer) and Matt Boudreau (Host of Working Class Audio). Artist’s include Lalin St. Juste (The Seshen),  Liam Shy, ENDO and Christopher Willits (Artist, Producer and Executive Director of Envelop). Music business masterminds include; Mary Hall (CEO/VP of Marketing, EJR Radio), Marcus Juarez (Head of Latin Music Programming, Pandora), Stefan Aronsen (Co-Founder of Balanced Breakfast), and Cindy Nguyen (Senior Artist Brand Strategist, Create Music Group). 

Program highlights include a live drum production session, an in-depth songwriting workshop, a track deconstruction, an insider’s guide to streaming, and a full track devoted to analog recording (detailed below). Newly added program highlights include;

• Track Mastering Live - Grammy-winning Mastering Engineer Michael Romanowski (Third Eye Blind, Pentatonix, G-Love) will put the finishing touches on one of the tracks submitted to the Music Expo Contest (HERE). This is an opportunity to see a track being mastered live!
   

• Legends Of Analog Series Presented by Infrasonic Mastering - Join us for a full series of talks, workshops, and gear conversations regarding all things Analog.
   

  • Legends Of Analog: The Analog Gear - Peter Swan, owner and lead designer of Useful Arts, will discuss how gear gets made and why design is important.
     

  • Legends of Analog: Workshop, The Connections - Learn how to build a hybrid or an all-analog studio using soldering, connections, patch bays and more by Cherron Arens.
     

  • Legends of Analog: Workshop, DIY Audio Kits -  Chris Hughes, audio engineer and gear builder extraordinaire, walks us through a Capi kit build.
     

  • Legends of Analog: Formats, Tape, Wire, Vinyl, and more - Jessica Thompson presents the challenges and the importance of archiving analog recorded media, as much of it disappears before our eyes.
     

  • Legends of Analog: Mastering and Analog Formats - Pete Lyman, Piper Payne, Dave Gardner, and Warren Huart discuss the difficulty and fun moments of mastering for vinyl, and how Pete designed a one of a kind analog preview chain for his lathe.
     

  • Legends of Analog: One On One, Recording and Mixing In Analog - All you need to know, from a house engineer at Tiny Telephone Recording. By James Riotto and Frank Dorrite
     

• Production Masterclass “Breakdown of The Fray’s “You Found Me” - Join Producer and Songwriter Warren Huart (The Fray, Aerosmith. James Blunt, Produce Like a Pro) as he demonstrates a breakdown of The Fray’s #1 hit “You Found Me.”
   

• Envelop: Immersive venues, spatial audio software, and the social impact of listening together - Christopher Willits, artist, producer, and Envelop executive director will demonstrate spatial audio production techniques using Envelop's tools, reveal insights about the nonprofit mission, and share ways you can get involved.
   

• Production Panel Hosted by Working Class Audio - This is the opportunity to get the pro tips to run your OWN audio business. Hear from a diverse group of audio pros including Starita, Emiliano Caballero, Warren Huart, Michael James, and Matt Boudreau as they discuss networking, diversification, side hustles, and money management.
   

• Creative Masterclass: Pretotype Workflow with Liam Shy - How can we ensure that we are writing our very BEST music? How can we control for objective success in a subjective world? Liam tackles these music composition issues and more in his unique workshop called "Pretotyping". Join him for a truly new way to understand composition and start writing your best music today!

Music Expo is also teaming up with Headroom SF to provide an opportunity for producers to submit tracks and win up to $5,000 worth of prizes and giveaways. Read more HERE. View the full program and lineup (HERE). 

GOLD sponsors include Yamaha and Steinberg. Bronze sponsors include Leapwing Audio. Session sponsors include Infrasonic. VIP Party sponsors include Coast Mastering, Audio Engineering Society (AES), Sound On Sound and Lagunitas. Exhibitors include; Antares, Advanced Systems Group, Audeze, Audio Engineering Society (AES), Coast Mastering, Eventide, Focusrite Novation, Genelec, Headroom SF, Leapwing Audio, Prism Sound, SAE Expression College, Steinberg, SoundGirls, Sound On Sound, Today’s Future Sound, Townsend Labs, Vintage King, Warm Audio, Yamaha. Presented in association with Sound On Sound magazine, additional media sponsors include Gearslutz, Making Music, and Tape Op. 

Register today (HERE) to be connected with thousands of music creators who have attended Music Expo conferences across the country. For the latest Music Expo San Francisco updates, please visit www.musicexpo.co/sanfrancisco or follow Music Expo on Facebook and Twitter. Music Expo San Francisco is one in a series of conferences for music makers held nationwide.

Suggested Hashtag:
#MusicExpoSF or #MXSF

For more information, visit https://musicexpo.co/ or follow Music Expo on Facebook and Twitter.

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ABOUT MUSIC EXPO
Music Expo presented in association with Sound On Sound magazine, is a multi-city conference series to inspire music makers. Music Expo presents annual events nationwide in cities including Boston, Miami, Nashville and San Francisco and offers attendees up-close access to some of the world’s top DJs, producers, artists, engineers, songwriters, music industry tastemakers and leading technology brands. Founded in 2014, Music Expo provides pros and aspiring talent the opportunity to learn from some of the most successful music creators and has connected thousands of music makers across the country. Each year, Music Expo donates a portion of proceeds to help support non-profit organizations making an impact in their local community. Music Expo is committed to celebrating diversity and the inclusion of women and minorities. For more information, visit https://musicexpo.co/ or follow Music Expo on Facebook and Twitter.

ABOUT SOUND ON SOUND
Based in Cambridge, England and independently-owned, Sound On Sound has been delivering a quality monthly print magazine since 1985 and is recognized internationally as the 'bible' of the music recording industry. Every month our UK and USA editions deliver consistently more pages than any competing title, packed full of in-depth product tests of Recording Systems, Music Software: DAWs, Virtual Instruments, Plug-ins, Synthesizers, Keyboards & Rack Modules, Music Computers, Samplers, Audio Interfaces, Effects & Signal Processors, Mixing Consoles and not forgetting studio essentials like Microphones and Monitors, plus the best Musician/Mix Engineer/Record Producer interviews you'll read anywhere. Our regular Tutorials and practical 'how to' Workshops offer no-nonsense advice, to help readers gain the most from their studio tools - at all levels of expertise. The SOS website draws over 1.3 million unique visitors each month.www.soundonsound.com.

ABOUT SAE INSTITUTE
Established in 1976, SAE Creative Media Institute provides niche creative media programs to about 10,000 students at more than 50 campuses around the world. SAE Institute is recognized for providing students with access to the best industry equipment and facilities, employing teaching staff with strong industry experience and delivering hands on teaching and learning in small class environments. The Institute engages with industry to develop curriculum that is relevant to local and global workforce needs. Work placements and internships are embedded in SAE Institute programs as pathways to employment. Globally, SAE Institute offers an extensive suite of creative media programs, from short courses and professional training through to bachelor and postgraduate degrees.

MUSIC EXPO NASHVILLE ANNOUNCES FULL PROGRAM LINE-UP FOR 2019

MUSIC EXPO NASHVILLE ANNOUNCES FULL PROGRAM LINE-UP FOR 2019

Multiple Grammy-winning Producers; F. Reid Shippen and Jacquire King will Kick Off The Highly-Anticipated Event Hosted By SAE Institute, Sat., Sept. 21st

Tickets Are Available Starting at $30 at https://musicexpo.co/nashville

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Sept. 16th, 2019 ) - Music Expo, the multi-city conference series for music makers presented in association with Sound On Sound magazine, announces its full program lineup for Nashville’s full day of workshops and talks designed for music makers, hosted by SAE Institute ( 7 Music Cir N, Nashville, TN 37203) on Sat., Sept. 21st. Keynote speakers and multiple Grammy-winning Producers F. Reid Shippen and Jacquire King kick off the highly-anticipated event, opening the day with a talk about relationships, reputation and staying alive in the music business. The program will offer tracks covering creative, technology and music business, and acknowledge all stages of music creation with an emphasis on production. Highlights include a streaming panel led by top Nashville industry leaders, a beat-making session, a drum recording clinic, a three-part production series and talks from several award-winning producers and engineers. View the full program, here: https://musicexpo.co/nashville.

Music Expo offers unparalleled access to some of the most successful creators, and is open to the public - both established professionals and aspiring pros. Limited tickets are still available starting at $30 by visiting, http://www.musicexpo.co/nashville. View a preview, here: https://bit.ly/2YRsSSv.

Music Expo Nashville 2019 welcomes back 30+ speakers including multiple GRAMMY-winning producers, engineers, songwriters, music artists and leading technology brands. Esteemed music makers added to the previously announced lineup (HERE) will include newly added Producers and Engineers; Gena Johnson (Kacey Musgraves, Brandi Carlile), Piper Payne (Third Eye Blind, Madame Gandhi, Geographer), Dave Gardner (Louis Armstrong, Portugal The Man, Bassnectar) and Raelynn Janicke. Newly added music industry leaders include; Dead Horse Branding’s Melissa Core-Caballo, Music Row’s Sherod Robertson, Average Joes Entertainment’s Nathan Thompson, Oh Boy Records’ Jody Whelan and Navigation Partners’ Peggy Dold.

Newly added program highlights in addition to previously announced include;

• Opening Keynote: Relationships, Reputation, and Staying Alive in the Music Business - Grammy Award-winners F. Reid Shippen and Jacquire King host a discussion moderated by Triple 8 Management's Alena Moran about fostering meaningful relationships, finding knowledgeable collaborators, developing a successful musical and professional reputation, and how to create a sustainable career through weaving together diverse activities. They will share their personal journeys and explain what it takes to have a successful and creatively fulfilling career.

• An Insider’s Guide to Streaming: Playlisting, Best Practices and the Powerful Tools for Artists - Join top executives Beville Dunkerley (Pandora) and Nathan Thompson (Average Joes Entertainment) and Jody Whelan (Oh Boy Records) to discuss the powerful tools available to artists when it comes to streaming, the tips and tricks of playlisting and the various strategies of releasing music. Moderated by Music Row's Sherod Robertson, this powerful panel of label and streaming perspectives will offer up an insider's guide to the latest trends, common pitfalls and success, and share how artists can leverage and effectively maximize exposure in the current digital landscape.

• Drum Recording Techniques with Zach Allen Presented by Leapwing Audio - Great drum recordings take preparation! Simplify the variables in the studio when it comes to capturing the sounds of drums. Grammy-winning Engineer Zach Allen will discuss a variety of techniques and demonstrate mic choice and placement with a live drummer in the studio. This Q&A session will be interactive and highlight the rhyme and reason behind mic techniques, preparation and the various ways to achieve different sounds.

• Production Tips and Secrets - In this power-packed class, award winning producer/engineer Robert Venable will share advanced production techniques and secret tips to take your music production skills to the next level. Whether you’re new to the recording industry or already know it all, we’re sure you’ll learn some new tricks to add to your arsenal!  Don’t miss this one!

• Ask Me Anything - Acclaimed Mixing Engineers Piper Payne, Shani Gandhi and Gena Johnson will join together for an Ask Me Anything round. Answering Q&A’s from the audience about mixing, the three pros will double down and share differing approaches and varying techniques and tips!
   

• How to Create Compelling Mixes - What makes the difference between a mix and a compelling one? In this fascinating session, Craig Anderton shares techniques and secrets about how you can grab your listeners' attention, keep them hooked, and leave them wanting more.

GOLD sponsors include Yamaha and Steinberg. Bronze sponsors include Leapwing Audio. Exhibitors include; Alclair Audio, Audio Engineering Society (AES), Eventide, Focal, Full Scale AV, Genelec, Harrison, iZotope, Kali Audio, LaChapell Audio, Prism Sound, SAE Institute, Steinberg, SoundGirls, TASCAM, Women In Audio and Yamaha. Presented in association with Sound On Sound magazine, additional media sponsors include Gearslutz, Making Music, and Tape Op.

Register today (HERE) to be connected with thousands of music creators who have attended Music Expo conferences across the country. For the latest Music Expo Nashville updates, please visit www.musicexpo.co/nashville or follow Music Expo on Facebook and Twitter. Music Expo Nashville  is one in a series of conferences for music makers held nationwide. Upcoming Music Expo events include Music Expo San Francisco (11/9 - 11/10).

Suggested Hashtags:
Music Expo Miami - #MXM
Music Expo Nashville - #MXN
Music Expo San Francisco - #MXSF

For more information, visit https://musicexpo.co/ or follow Music Expo on Facebook and Twitter.

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ABOUT MUSIC EXPO
Music Expo presented in association with Sound On Sound magazine, is a multi-city conference series to inspire music makers. Music Expo presents annual events nationwide in cities including Boston, Miami, Nashville and San Francisco and offers attendees up-close access to some of the world’s top DJs, producers, artists, engineers, songwriters, music industry tastemakers and leading technology brands. Founded in 2014, Music Expo provides pros and aspiring talent the opportunity to learn from some of the most successful music creators and has connected thousands of music makers across the country. Each year, Music Expo donates a portion of proceeds to help support non-profit organizations making an impact in their local community. Music Expo is committed to celebrating diversity and the inclusion of women and minorities. For more information, visit https://musicexpo.co/ or follow Music Expo on Facebook and Twitter.

ABOUT SOUND ON SOUND
Based in Cambridge, England and independently-owned, Sound On Sound has been delivering a quality monthly print magazine since 1985 and is recognized internationally as the 'bible' of the music recording industry. Every month our UK and USA editions deliver consistently more pages than any competing title, packed full of in-depth product tests of Recording Systems, Music Software: DAWs, Virtual Instruments, Plug-ins, Synthesizers, Keyboards & Rack Modules, Music Computers, Samplers, Audio Interfaces, Effects & Signal Processors, Mixing Consoles and not forgetting studio essentials like Microphones and Monitors, plus the best Musician/Mix Engineer/Record Producer interviews you'll read anywhere. Our regular Tutorials and practical 'how to' Workshops offer no-nonsense advice, to help readers gain the most from their studio tools - at all levels of expertise. The SOS website draws over 1.3 million unique visitors each month.www.soundonsound.com.

About SAE Institute
Established in 1976, SAE Creative Media Institute provides niche creative media programs to about 10,000 students at more than 50 campuses around the world. SAE Institute is recognized for providing students with access to the best industry equipment and facilities, employing teaching staff with strong industry experience and delivering hands on teaching and learning in small class environments. The Institute engages with industry to develop curriculum that is relevant to local and global workforce needs. Work placements and internships are embedded in SAE Institute programs as pathways to employment. Globally, SAE Institute offers an extensive suite of creative media programs, from short courses and professional training through to bachelor and postgraduate degrees.