10 Steps to Improving Your Worship Service

Kent Margraves - Sennheiser

10 tips for improving the worship mix before Sunday ever arrives. This session focuses on the things that can and should be done to prep audio in the days prior to worship - making for smoother and much easier execution of the sound check and live service.

Advanced Projection Technologies for Worship

Richard Hill - Digital Projection

When evaluating projection products, much emphasis is often placed on key specifications such as brightness (lumens) and contrast (black level). These specifications present the performance parameters that relate to the dynamic range the projector is capable of producing in a “black room” environment. Although vitally important, they are but a component of the equation necessary to define the actual dynamic range the system will produce when installed in House of Worship. In this workshop we will explore, the different technologies available today and those coming tomorrow. We will discuss projector specifications including resolution as well as the other components to consider when implementing a projection display in your House of Worship.

Building an Inexpensive Lighting System

Tom Stanziano - Sea Changers/Ocean Thin Films

It is possible to pull off the mood you want to achieve through lighting without having to break the bank. A few well-placed fixtures, careful color selection, and the right planning can bring your architectural and stage lighting looks to where you want them to be, and you won't have to start charging for parking..

Communication Planning and Workflow Analysis

Pat Hamp - Clear-com

Covers the workflow analysis and path leading to equipment selection both wired and wireless. How to use your comms a source of discipline for you crew. Basic design parameters, including base stations, IFB, wireless interconnect and the type of system you can select from.

Copyright - Do You Know the Rules?

Don Ekema - Christianphotos.org

Topics include what is (and is not) covered by CCLI (Church Copyright Licensing International), CVLI (Christian Video Licensing International), MPLC (Motion Picture Licensing Corporation) and others. Also Royalty Free photos, video and audio; what a "synchronization and mechanical license" is; "Fair Use" and other related issues.

DSP for Worship

James Ure - DBX

This course involves a careful examination of the processing (gate, compressor crossover etc.) needed within a House of Worship installation and the products in which the processors may be found. The applications for each processor and basic use will be discussed.

Exhibit Hall / Demo Trucks

Self Paced

Select the Exhibit Hall in place of your session. Use this free time to browse the exhibits, ask questions, and see the latest products available to meet your needs.

Feedback - Anatomy / Cause / Elimination

Kent Margraves - Sennheiser

What is it, what causes it, and how to eliminate it from your mix. This session will look at the anatomy of the sound reinforcement feedback, the ways it can be stopped once it is present, and better - ways in which it can be avoided in sound reinforcement in the first place.

How to Setup and Address a Cobra-Net Network

Michael Laiacona - Whirlwind

Teaching the basic setup of a "cobra-net" network and addressing the units for instant use, using a cobra-net device, computer and Ethernet switch network.

In-Ears Seminar by Shure

Luis Guerra - Shure

This session will be an "Ears-On Session!"  Come and learn the considerations for selecting, integrating, and operating a wireless In-Ear-Monitor system in the church environment.  Included will be equipment characteristics, sound quality, audio demo, and frequency coordination!

In-House Video Production

Jesse Lewis - Worship Films

We will talk about camera, lighting, sound, and planning techniques that can raise the quality level of your in-house video productions, without a lot of added expense.

Latest and Greatest Media Content Showcase

Jesse Lewis - Worship Films

We'll look at some of the best video backgrounds, countdowns, mini-movies, and song tracks currently available to churches, and profile some of the top Christian producers.

Microphone Pickup Patterns

Gary Dixon - CAD Audio

Properly choose a microphone and polar pattern for live and recording applications. The 60 minute presentation will provide real world examples for choosing microphones and pick-up patterns with stage monitors, overhead clusters, distributed audio, and line array systems.

Ministry: Life in a Fish Bowl

Tom Stanziano - Sea Changers/Ocean Thin Films

If you work in Ministry you know how difficult life can be sometimes when the church, the congregation and the community are all a major part of your life. This session will discuss daily life working in Ministry, dealing with difficult situations and overcoming adversities.

Mixing Workshop - Part 1

Buford Jones - Meyer Sound

The mixing workshop focuses on the role of the mix engineer in live audio production. Buford Jones gives attendees the benefit of his vast experience working with an incredible array of artists from numerous genres in a seminar that goes beyond the technical to artistic and even political concerns. Mixing tools and techniques, system tuning, mixing in concert halls, record producer involvement, surround mixing, mixing in isolation are all discussed, but Jones also addresses issues of communication and trust between the artist and the mix engineer, and all the politics involved in any production, from large-scale tours, to corporate events and house of worship productions.  This all day mixing class is split into 3 sessions, register for one, two, or all three!

Mixing Workshop - Part 2

Buford Jones - Meyer Sound

The mixing workshop focuses on the role of the mix engineer in live audio production. Buford Jones gives attendees the benefit of his vast experience working with an incredible array of artists from numerous genres in a seminar that goes beyond the technical to artistic and even political concerns. Mixing tools and techniques, system tuning, mixing in concert halls, record producer involvement, surround mixing, mixing in isolation are all discussed, but Jones also addresses issues of communication and trust between the artist and the mix engineer, and all the politics involved in any production, from large-scale tours, to corporate events and house of worship productions.  This all day mixing class is split into 3 sessions, register for one, two, or all three!

Mixing Workshop - Part 3

Buford Jones - Meyer Sound

The mixing workshop focuses on the role of the mix engineer in live audio production. Buford Jones gives attendees the benefit of his vast experience working with an incredible array of artists from numerous genres in a seminar that goes beyond the technical to artistic and even political concerns. Mixing tools and techniques, system tuning, mixing in concert halls, record producer involvement, surround mixing, mixing in isolation are all discussed, but Jones also addresses issues of communication and trust between the artist and the mix engineer, and all the politics involved in any production, from large-scale tours, to corporate events and house of worship productions.  This all day mixing class is split into 3 sessions, register for one, two, or all three!

Multi-Campus Communication Via IP and Fiber

Pat Hamp - Clear-com

This seminar will cover how to set up communications between the main facility and remote campus’. Will cover types of baseline comm. systems, pipes by which comms are transmitted and how to avoid the pitfalls brought about by E-1, T-1, Fiber, Telco, IP and other means of connectivity.

Multi-Purpose Rooms - Acoustics/System Design Roundtable

Chuck Walthall - Walthall & Associates

This course explores the numerous opportunities and challenges multi-purpose spaces present, from changing the acoustical signature to rolling in the PA, Video & Lights. When done properly, a multipurpose space can lend itself to be a financial savings by programming dissimilar events in a common space.

Portable PA Applications and Distributed Audio

Tom Bornman - Crown

Discuss the usage of Crown amps applying to portable applications for churches, youth groups, etc., and distributed audio within the church. Presented in the Crown Truck.

Praise Lighting System Design Concepts

Kam McCormick - Leviton

This program covers the fundamentals of designing presentation/stage lighting systems for worship applications. Exploration of venue architecture, color application, angles, intensity, and control will be followed by a hardware overview. The program will focus on small to medium size applications (200-1,500 seats). Traditional techniques and new energy conscious sustainable solutions will be covered. It is an excellent program for those just getting their feet wet or organizations currently in the planning and purchasing stages of lighting equipment.

Projection Basics

Steen Sorensen - Eiki

A practical discussion of imaging technologies for the church environment. Topics of, brightness, contrast, color saturation, lenses, aspect ratios, ambient light, screen considerations and other important specifications as they relate to projector performance and image quality. Attendees will learn about projection options and how to select the appropriate projector for their application and budgets.

Setting Up Multiple Channels of Wireless

Scott Haas - Sennheiser

Did you know that simply choosing frequencies 100, 250 or 500 MHz apart can result in noise and intermittent audio? This Hands-On session teaches how to set up multiple wireless systems & proper frequency coordination.

Soldering Class - Hands On!

Louie Blithe - Technical Resource Group

This hands on session will offer you the opportunity to solder and test various audio connectors.

Sound, Hearing, and Acoustics

Chuck Walthall - Walthall & Associates

This course covers the basic fundamentals of sound, how we hear and what role a room's acoustical properties play when listening to and mixing audio. One will quickly note the three are directly related and affect one another. Upon completion of the session, the learner will have a better understanding of why things sound they way they sound and how the acoustics of the space play a part. From this point evaluations can be made and solutions can be developed to render a better sounding space and audio reinforcement system.

StudioLive - Hands On!

  - Presonus

This hands on session will offer you the opportunity to use the Presonus StudioLive Console for digital mixing. In addition, you will also have the opportunity to witness the recording capabilities of this console. Come see how this versatile console can be used in your application.

The Benefits of Personal Monitoring

Jonathan Parker - Aviom

If you have issues with excessive stage volume, getting the musicians a good monitor mix, or are contemplating getting a new personal monitoring system, this is the class for you. If you currently have Aviom or another personal mixing system, this is also a great opportunity to learn ways to get more out of your investment. This seminar starts with the basics of how and why stage sound levels can get out of control and discuss different ways to tame the various contributing sources. This progresses to mixing theory for the musicians on stage. Technical staff, musicians, and praise team leaders can all benefit from this seminar and we encourage team participation where possible. A fully active system at this seminar will allow hands-on training of the Aviom mixer system and we will review different techniques to get the most out of your mixer by properly utilizing stereo and other channel adjustments, sub-grouping, ambient miking, special channel communications with your team, and much more...

The Highs and Lows of Using Digital Video

Glenn Collinge - FSR

Everyone can see the quality of a high definition video, but there is more to it than just a pretty picture! HDMI, DVI, Display Port and other types of digital video can cause unique problems in your video systems if you do not understand them! Why do I not see any video on my screens? Can Apple computers and PC’s sending out digital video add new problems to your system? We will discuss the problems of using digital video with Blu-Ray players, multiple displays, HDCP and other everyday highs and lows of high definition images in our house of worship today!

Things I Wish I Knew When I Began Running Sound

Donn Groenwoud - CP Productions

In this class we will talk about basic things that every sound tech needs to know.  Primarily for the beginner, topics will include practical tips for using the tools you have, including microphones, mixers, cables, and speakers.

Yamaha M7CL Version 3 Tips & Tricks

  - Yamaha

The M7CL digital audio console is familiar and comfortable to use, overturning the preconception that "digital is difficult". This hands-on class showcasing the V3 update, shows how an engineer can make stage monitor adjustments from a tablet PC while standing in front of the monitors. Learn how additional features provide unprecedented setup flexibility and control, giving the operator more options for a smoother, more efficient workflow. Class will be hosted inside the Yamaha truck.