I have experienced the nasty pre-feedback sound booming from speakers during a children’s play!  I've experienced children’s programs both in schools and in churches.  There isn't always the high level of expertise when it comes to those running the event audio.  The good news is there are a few tips that can be passed along that make a world of difference.  read more »

A few years ago, I attended a play in our town's brand new multi-million dollar high school.  Walking into the auditorium, I was thrilled at the beauty of the room.  I knew the audio electronics were all new and that this play was going to SOUND great.  Boy was I wrong.  read more »

Wedding horror stories abound.  They remain in the memory of the bride and groom.  Those memories might be of anger, frustration, or anxiety.  When something goes wrong in a regular church service, you fix the problem and move on.  People might remember, but it's usually no big deal.  The difference is a wedding is a one time event.  read more »

Like I mentioned in the last blog post, running sound at church puts you in line to run sound for events other than church services.  Take my experience with a jazz band for example.

Imagine a huge place that sat thousands of people.  Imagine microphones on every instrument so you had control over the sound.  Imagine the perfect scenario.  This was not it.  read more »

If you've been running sound systems long enough, you get the occasional request to run sound for a wedding or other event.  I've run sound for home school graduations, jazz concerts, some weddings, and even a few plays.  I'm usually excited because I can use my talent for something new.  Some of the events can be a challenge and I always love a good challenge.  But there are always those times when I get caught off guard.  read more »

"They had a sound booth half the size of ours with twice as much stuff.  All I had to do was bring down the lights and play a CD.  So the ministry team gets ready on stage and I have to bring down the lights..."
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