An introduction to concepts of digital audio and using the free audio editing program Audacity, with an emphasis on removing background noise, music, and errors. This is a 101-level workshop for audio editing, with a one-on-one component.

General topics to be covered (time permitting):

-Basics of sound and digital audio
-Using EQ and filters
-Making volume consistent
-Removing noise
-Isolating vocals
-Repairing clicks and pops
-Pitch and speed alteration

You can see a brief demo of some of the topics to be covered here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MkAyPpJKX94

Date/Time: February 15th, 1PM
Length: 2 hours (instructor will be available after for additional discussion)
Cost: $25
Location: Foulab
Capacity: 12

REQUIRED MATERIALS:
Laptop with Audacity already installed (any operating system)
Headphones
Mouse (highly recommended, we have some spares on-hand)