Due to the international outbreak of COVID-19 and subsequent restrictions, we have put all CSU events on hold until we have a better handle on when we can put plans in place again. Know that the safety and health of our CSU family is our utmost concern. We look forward to seeing everyone soon!
Church Sound University is presented by worship sound practitioners FOR worship sound practitioners. The curriculum has been specifically tailored to focus on the KEY essentials for church tech teams – volunteers in particular – to attain consistent sonic quality at every worship service
and event.
INTRODUCING THE 2020 CHURCH SOUND UNIVERSITY SCHEDULE:
Who Church Sound University is for and what you will learn…
Instructor Samantha Potter walks you through what church tech teams — of all levels — can get out of attending the day-long program. It has much to offer in fellowship, community and education.
About Our Instructors
Church Sound University instructors represent more than 100 years of experience working with church sound systems, acoustics, changing technology and more. We have pullted together a terrific roster of individuals that will share their knowledge and expertise with attendees.
MIKE SOKOL
CO-LEAD INSTRUCTOR
Mike is noted for his dynamic, effective worship tech education, most notably as the long-time instructor of the HOW-TO seminars held at hundreds of churches throughout the U.S.
SAMANTHA POTTER
CO-LEAD INSTRUCTOR
An active worship tech educator noted for a highly relevant and practical curriculum, Samantha also serves as a sound design consultant and IT media supervisor for the houses of worship market.
KEITH CLARK
EDUCATION MANAGER
The founding editor of Church Sound magazine and ProSoundWeb (and serving as editor of Live Sound International), Keith is also noted for decades of educational efforts in the church market.
Register will open as soon as we have rescheduled our dates.
Thanks for your patience.
1 DAY | 5 SESSIONS | 4 INSTRUCTORS
In partnership with:
LEARNING and breakout sessions
AUDIO 101 MAIN HALL
– Audio and Sound 101
– Acoustics 101
– Ear Training
– Fundamentals
MICROPHONES & LOUDSPEAKERS
BREAKOUT SESSION A
– Microphone Mechanics
– Microphone Techniques
– Basics of Amplifiers
– Loudspeaker Mechanics
– System Tuning for Beginners
MIXING BREAKOUT SESSION B
– Technique vs Artistry
– Message Intelligibility
– Processing Techniques
– Multitracking and Virtual Soundcheck
WIRELESS SYSTEMS BREAKOUT SESSION C
– How RF Works
– RF RF 101
– Successful System Design
– Future of RF
AUDIO NETWORKING
GROUP 1
– Audio Networking Basic
– Features & Benefits
– Setup
STREAMING
GROUP 2
– Components
– Setup
– Tips & Tricks
– Platforms
WRAPPING IT UP MAIN HALL
– Stagecraft 101
– Cable Management
– Power and Safety
– Hum, Buzz, and Troubleshooting
Would you like to host CSU?
We are looking for local church partners.
If your church is located in on or the six regions for 2020 and you could provide the space required for CSU — we’d like to hear from you.
FIND OUT MORE ABOUT HOSTING CSUThe most cost-effective church tech training available…
Every attendee will participate in each of the hands-on breakout sessions in order to receive more individualized group training — ensuring that participants leave with far more knowledge than they started. The CSU workbook (included with the class) will allow attendees to keep their new knowledge close at hand during their next worship service.
EARLY BIRD
Group
pricing (3+)
$89
per person
- 7 Learning Sessions
- Lunch & Refreshments
- Q & A
- Notebook
- Networking
- 12 Hours of Education & Community
STANDARD
gROUP pricing (3+)
$119
per person
- 7 Learning Sessions
- Lunch & Refreshments
- Q & A
- Notebook
- Networking
- 12 Hours of Education & Community
EARLY BIRD
individual
pricing
$99
each
- 7 Learning Sessions
- Lunch & Refreshments
- Q & A
- Notebook
- Networking
- 12 Hours of Education & Community
STANDARD
INDIVIDUAL
pricing
$129
each
- 7 Learning Sessions
- Lunch & Refreshments
- Q & A
- Notebook
- Networking
- 12 Hours of Education & Community
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