The Long Way Out @ the Roxie, June 17th
One of our projects is screening at the Roxie this month, the final mix was done at Sound Arts. “The Long Way Out” has been chosen to screen at the 1st annual San Francisco United Film Festival this coming June 12th-14th, 17th & 18th.  The film will be screening in a block of shorts.  Also, after the film they’re going to have a short Q&A with the creators about making the film. FREE SHORT FILM BLOCK - “Discovery” “... Read Full Story
Studio Sessions at Maker Faire: Freakin the locals…
Sound Arts is brandishing intellect and skinny fingers at this year’s Maker Faire in San Mateo. We’re setting up shop with many an instrument and studio gear…to replicate the studio experience for anyone who comes by our spot (NE corner of the Expo Hall, in the Bay Area music Maker’s corner). We’re across the hall from a piano deconstruction(ist), and we may just entice the fellow to let us sample some of his destroying…. Brian will be hacking game controll... Read Full Story
XLR8R TV: What You Talkin’ Bout Willits? Part 11
Most Excellent Happenin Video Link Here Further adventures in controlling Jitter video with Ableton Live. Guitarist and electronic musician Christopher Willits continues his monthly series from SoundArts studio. In this episode, he expands on what he began last episode: integrating video footage with live performance using Ableton Live and Max/MSP/Jitter. Tune in once a month as Christopher shows us some of the ways he produces his own music, as well as the many cool things you can do with r... Read Full Story
Avant Guardians: Miroque @ Sound Arts
Sound Arts Instructor, Christopher Willits, suggested we all bring pillows for the floor of the live room. I pictured low lighting, persian rugs and lots of booze as I picked up a six pack and made my way to the studio…. The first live performance held at Sound Arts was Sunday, March 15. Thanks to the folks at overlap everyone had a great time. It felt quaint, cozy and very…familiar to the underground. The seating was limited, and the treats were plenty. Miroque was a bit nervous;... Read Full Story
Outside the Studio
In an effort to keep you folks better informed about what other projects we’ve got going on, I’m proud to introduce our latest feature: Outside the Studio. These articles will detail what sweet and savvy projects our brilliant instructrs, producers and engineers have going on throughout the Bay and the World! It just goes to show that working with Sound Arts gives you top-notch access to a myriad of opportunitues in the Music and Audio Industry. *** Lead Instructor, Christopher Wi... Read Full Story
What’s up in February
Full Speed Ahead! We’ve got lots going on this month, here’s the skinny: Upcoming classes: * Music Production Workshop. Sat. & Sun. Feb. 14 & 15, 2009 * Mic Techniques. Sat. Feb. 21, 2009 * Voice Over Workshop. Sat. & Sun. Feb. 28 and March 1, 2009 For the current list of scheduled classes, prices and descriptions, or to sign up for a private instruction session, give us a call or visit www.soundarts.org Overlap Salon On February 4th, Sound Arts partner organization, O... Read Full Story
What’s Your Pleasuremaker?
Star instructor and engineer, Ryan Kleeman, recently had the pleasure of recording some grand-master funk up in the Sound Arts house. The Pleasuremaker crew, led by Joe McGuire, got super close and friendly as they wanted to record all 7 funkified musicians at once in our live room. Kleeman tried out some new techniques to master the wave forms of sound bouncing off so many shakin’ bodies, and waxed poetic in the process. Here’s what he had to say about the experience: “Eng... Read Full Story
Power of Mind - New Education Program
Hello fellow sound artisans, we’ve got some exciting news! Sound Arts is rolling out a distinct new set of class offerings for 2009. In the face of today’s economy, having more professional skills can only help you get ahead of the competition.  Our tailored courses, including sound design for film scores, audio post production, and DIY pedal building; are customized to maximize the students’ creative and professional prowess. We will teach you the skills, get you into a liv... Read Full Story
XLR8R Presents…What You Talkin’ Bout, Willits? Part 5
http://xlr8r.com/tv/82 Once a month, Christopher WIllits, the electronic musician and guitarist guides us through recording and production techniques, basic electronic programs and other technical skills that he uses to create music. In this episode, Willits explains automation clips—setting them up, as well as their role in recording and playing live. Past episodes have included techniques he’s used on his albums, like processing sounds through MIDI pick-ups and synthesizers. Tune in o... Read Full Story
Hip-Hop 4 Obama
Sunday, October 19th, 2008 Join Sound Arts at Blakes in Berkeley and support the Obama Campaign…Brought to you by Abject Era and KGE Productions, with live art from Wall Eye Creations and music by The Dervish, The Red Fox, Pride City Purpose and more! Amongst several other prizes and giveaways, Sound Arts will be raffling a $250 gift certificate for a half day of recording and mixing (engineer included). 2367 Telegraph Ave $10 Min Donation Doors Open at 7:00 Read Full Story