>> QPIRG-C Skillshare: Organizing sound at demos and events
Tuesday, November 11, 2008 - 10:17 PM
A hands-on workshop
Facilitated by the Montreal Sound Team
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WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 6:30-8:30pm
At QPIRG-Concordia
1500 de Maisonneuve Ouest,#204
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wheelchair accessible; scent-free space
free childcare available with 48-hour advance notice
(please phone 514-848-7585 to reserve)
This workshop will look at how to construct low-cost public address sound systems for demonstrations and actions, as well as for indoor events (concerts, conferences, benefits and parties). We will begin with an overview of the use of equipment and different possible sound scenarios for grassroots groups. One part of this workshop will together assemble a mobile sound system (both sound trucks and smaller-scale "sound dollys"). The latter part of this workshop will look in greater detail at the assembly of indoor PA systems for events. We will together brainstorm low-cost and low-budget alternatives. The workshop is hands-on, and intended for all local social justice organizers and activists who want to improve their sound skills to make their organizing more effective. No prior sound experience is necessary.
--> Space is limited; please confirm your participation in advance by e-mail at: workinggroups@qpirgconcordia.org
About the Montreal Sound Team:
The Sound Team provides sound services for Montreal-area community groups that cannot afford to pay professional rates. We build, maintain and operate P.A. systems for community events, rallies, conferences and performances. We also strive to disseminate and democratize the technical knowledge of audio production systems. Our purpose is to support people's grassroots initiatives and act in the interests of communities and their struggles for economic and political justice.
This workshop is part of the MAKE NO!ZE QPIRG-Concordia Skillshare Series.
INFO: workinggroups@qpirgconcordia.org or 514-848-7585.
