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Michael Gallant

remote music collaboration

Remote music collaboration: Create great music with partners anywhere

December 4, 2017December 4, 2017 Michael Gallant

Thanks to digital recording and high-speed Internet, it’s easier than ever to collaborate on recording projects with fellow musicians who may be across the city or across the world. Read More.

portable audio interfaces

Travel-friendly portable audio interfaces

November 17, 2017November 17, 2017 Michael Gallant

These four portable audio interfaces will help you get audio in and out of your laptop quickly and easily and sound great doing it. Read More.

vocoder

Meet the Vocoder: Make your synth speak and sing

November 8, 2017December 2, 2019 Michael Gallant

In a musical context, the vocoder often starts with an analog sound and crossbreeds it, in real time, with synthesized textures to create some powerful and versatile musical elements. Read More.

talk box done right Peter Frampton

Six examples of the Talk Box done right

September 27, 2017December 23, 2019 Michael Gallant

If you’re looking for inspiration on how to integrate this inventive effects pedal into your own work, check out the following performances of the Talk Box done right. Read More.

Meet The Talk Box

Meet the Talk Box: Shape sounds and open new creative doors

September 21, 2017September 22, 2017 Michael Gallant

The Talk Box lets you use your mouth to shape sounds, in real time, in crazy and creative ways. Here are tips on how to use the effect to amplify your own creative efforts. Read More.

input list

How to make a detailed input list for your live shows

September 14, 2017September 14, 2017 Michael Gallant

An input list should include every instrument, DI, and vocal that’s part of your stage set-up. Here are some tips to help you put together an effective input list with minimal headache. Read More.

live sound engineer

The details your live sound engineer wants to know

September 5, 2017September 5, 2017 Michael Gallant

Think you’ve told your live sound engineer everything he needs to know for your big gig? Don’t forget these important details. Read More.

stage plot

Set yourself up for success with an accurate stage plot

August 25, 2017August 29, 2017 Michael Gallant

A well-crafted stage plot – customized to the lineup and tech needs of your band – can go a long way towards setting yourself up for success once you hit the stage, especially for a multi-band event. Read More.

music with loops

Producing music with loops? Find a way to make them your own.

August 14, 2017August 14, 2017 Michael Gallant

When creating music with loops from libraries, taking the time to customize and personalize will make your music more your own. Read More.

A saxophonist considering becoming a musician for hire.

Being a musician for hire: how to make it as a freelance side-musician

July 31, 2017October 2, 2018 Michael Gallant

Whether contributing backing vocals, laying down beats, or anything in between, playing the role of a musician for hire can be complicated. Here are some tips to help you make it. Read More.

next music gig

Tips for a smooth transition at your next music gig

July 17, 2017July 17, 2017 Michael Gallant

The fifteen minutes between one artist’s final note and the next group’s first “hello” are precious. How you handle the transition can set you up for your best performance at your next music gig. Read More.

remembering Chris Cornell

Five Takes on “Black Hole Sun” – Remembering Chris Cornell

June 19, 2017July 17, 2017 Michael Gallant

Though he covered tunes by many diverse artists, Cornell was no stranger to having his own songs covered as well; perhaps none has become as popular amongst other artists as Soundgarden’s “Black Hole Sun.” Read More.

Chris Cornell Cover Songs

Six things I learned watching Chris Cornell cover other people’s songs

June 6, 2017November 27, 2017 Michael Gallant

Listening to Chris Cornell cover various songs from a wide range of styles can teach you a lot about how to make the most of your own attempts. Read More.

Four Alternative Keyboard Instruments

Four Unusual Keyboard Instruments That Can Inspire New Music

May 5, 2017May 5, 2017 Michael Gallant

When you think “keyboard,” you might think of a grand piano or Hammond organ, old-school analog synth or cutting-edge Korg digital workstation. But the possibilities for keyboard instruments go far beyond. Read More.

latency

Managing latency with your keyboard to lock in your parts

April 26, 2017May 5, 2017 Michael Gallant

When playing keyboards, latency can refer to the delay between hitting a key and hearing the resulting sound. Just a little delay can derail your part. Read More.

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