Studio Engineering Advice with Michael Freeman

Michael Freeman was part of the first-ever The Blackbird Academy studio…


Microphone

The Blackbird Academy Foundation Series

MONTCLAIR, N.J. –  Advances in technology and the wide availability of…


Amy Peters

Amy Peters: Songwriting Tips & The Value of Audio Education

We sat down with singer and alumna Amy Peters to discuss her experience at The…


Drums Anyone?

[EDITOR’S UPDATE JUNE 18, 2020: Since we first published this story, we have…


rehearsal at the live facility

Teacher Spotlight: Kyle Welch

Kyle Welch is one of our Live Sound Instructors at The Blackbird Academy. He…


Luke Bryan load in

Students get real world experience at Luke Bryan Show

  The Live Sound Engineering students went behind the scenes for load in…


Tyler Oplinger

Alumni Profile: Tyler Oplinger

What’s it like to hire a graduate from The Blackbird Academy? This letter from…


Students working with ProTools

Pro Tools Workshop

TUNE-UP YOUR SKILLS! This two-day, intensive seminar will be taught by The…


rehearsal at the live facility

Experienced-Based Learning: Live Sound Engineering

The most powerful and effective way to learn is first hand from a mentor…


Students with Garth Brooks

Guest Instructors: Live Sound Engineering

The Blackbird Academy has the unique opportunity to invite an impressive roster…