Sound Foundations

Chapters

Introduction
Basics of Music TechnologyMicrophones
Microphone Stand
Cables
Audio Interface & Preamp Basics
Synthesizers
Compression
Equalization (EQ)
Miscellaneous
Discussion Questions

Songwriting Daily Practice
Basics of Diatonic Harmony
Chord Progressions
Major and Minor Triads
Song Form
Narrative Devices
Modes
Experimentation
Exercises That Have Worked for Me
Discussion Questions

Sound Design & SynthesisOscillator & Waveforms
Envelope Generator
Low-Frequency Oscillator
Filters
Basics of MIDI
Sound & Picture
Podcast Basics
Synthesizers
Discussion Questions

Live Sound Wrap a Cable
Common Cables
Microphones
Components of a Basic PA System
Gain Staging
Filters, EQ, Monitor Mix
Subtractive Thinking
Live Sound Employment
Discussion Questions

Recording Techniques Microphone Type
Microphone Technique
Polar Patterns
Signal Processors
Instrument-Specific Recording Techniques
Mixing a Song
Gain Staging in the Studio
Filters & EQ in the Studio
Discussion Questions

Creative Careers
Creative Practice
Relationships
The Story
Audience
Marketing
Exposure
Money
Thoughts on a Music Career
Discussion Questions

Project Generator Project Calendar
Idea Cloud
Notes
Selected Resources
About the Author