Paul Nolan Launches Ibiza Training Academy, Sonic Vista Academy

Today I'm delighted to announce that I am launching Sonic Vista Academy, a world class pro audio and production training facility situated in Ibiza, Spain.

This has been the culmination of almost a year's work, in conjunction with my partners at Sonic Vista Studios, including Studio Executive, Henry Sarmiento.

The main feature of our facilitiy is the SVA Development Programme, a week long course which will help to take the careers of the next generation of musical talent to the next level, by answering those important questions that traditional learning structures struggle with, or are unable to answer.

We are also partnering with top flight music and audio brands, whoc make some of most important products in the pro audio and music production industry. These include key players such as Beatport, Avid, M Audio, Vestax, sE Electronics, Dynaudio Acoustics, TC Electronic and AudioRaiders.

We are also in special partnership with LA's highly respected training academy, Icon Collective, who count significant industry players such as Steve Duda, Mark Knight, Morgan Page and D.Ramirez as members of their Advisory Board. 

Here's a Press Release that has been circulated world wide, to give you a better idea of what to expect:

Ibiza, Spain

Today Sonic Vista Studios, one of Ibiza's most highly respected recording studios, is delighted to announce the launch of a very special educational programme.

In association with Beatport, Icon Collective, Avid, sE Electronics, Dynaudio Acoustics, Vestax, M Audio and AudioRaiders, Sonic Vista Academy will officially open its doors to welcome students to the world capital of electronic music in the summer of 2012.

Situated at the stunning location of Sonic Vista Studios in San Jose, where such artists as Lady Gaga, Swedish House Mafia, Steve Lawler, 50 Cent, Akon and Taio Cruz have recorded, Sonic Vista Academy brings together some of the world's foremost experts in the music, film and games industries, with a unifying focus to develop the next generation of musical talent.

Students inevitably have important questions to ask about what they face when entering the industry, which most traditional education providers struggle to answer. Whilst undertaking the week - long SVA Development Programme, we aim to give aspiring Artists, Producers and DJs the answers they need to take their careers to the next level.

The world class team of mentors assembling at Sonic Vista Academy represent the various fields of Pop, Electronic, Rock, Film and Game Music, combined with revolutionary training techniques, and masterclasses from influential industry figures.

Leading the team is SVA co - founder Paul Nolan, who has made a name for himself as one of the foremost audio engineering and music industry educators in operation in recent years. His involvement with world class brands such as Burn Studios, W Hotels, Vestax, Cream & SAE pay testament to both his industry experience and skills as an educator.

Joining Paul is the founder of Sonic Vista Studios, Henry Sarmiento, whose unparalleled experience spans over 20 years for his native New York, to Ibiza via Herbie Herbert's private studio in California.

Also joining the team at SVA is music industry legend Andy Taylor, formerly of Duran Duran and a hugely experienced and influential figure in the world of Pop Music.

Other team members include Michael Hoenig, a former member of electronic godfathers Tangerine Dream and award winning composer of music for films such as Koyaanisqatsi and TV's Dark Skies, and Jamie Porteous, formerly of RockStar Games, have essential knowledge on the art of writing and getting your music into Films, TV and Games.

Rounding off the SVA team are speakers and representatives from industry defining official partners, Beatport, Avid, sE Electronics, Dynaudio Acoustics, Vestax, M Audio and AudioRaiders. Students will also benefit from our close working relationship with LA's foremost music production school, Icon Collective (www.learn2produce.com)

Student registrations are now open, and all information can be found at www.sonicvistaacademy.com

More team members, announcements and programme information will be made in the coming days via the following channels:

www.sonicvistaacademy.com

www.twitter.com/SVA_Ibiza

www.facebook.com/sonicvistaacademy

General and press enquiries can be directed to info@sonicvistaacademy.com or via telephone on +44(0)7796302751 

Sasha Soundlab: Training NOW Available

The latest product to be available for training at Paul Nolan Sound is Sasha Soundlab, created with Sasha in conjunction with Audio Raiders.

The Soundlab, through the use of the Free Native Instruments Kontakt Player, allows you to dig deep into the archives of some of Sasha's most well known, signature sounds, from albums such as Involver, Invol2ver and Airdrawndagger.

The interface gives you the tools, control and power to harness these sounds, twist, mangle and re-design them to make them your own, making it perfect as a starting point for Sound Design, original productions and remixing. Indeed, i have already found this instrument extremely effective for Film Music styles too.

Let me go in depth with you within this remarkable tool, where you will learn how to:

• Load and Install Sasha Soundlab
• The Kontakt Player interface
• Sample Instrument Structure & Menu Hierarchy
• Keyboard Structure, layout and Colour Coding
• Loading Sample Instruments
• Use the on-board Convolution Reverb and Delay effects
• Triggering Samples using the Latch Control
• Re-sequencing loops and samples, both onboard using Sasha Soundlab Drum/ Glitch Machine, and in your favourite DAW (Live, Logic, Pro Tools, Cubase)
• Layering Sounds using multiple instruments in the same instance of Kontakt Player
• Unleashing the power of Multi FX using Midi Controller Assignments and Midi Keyswitches
• Arranging tracks using Sasha Soundlab
• Sound Design using Sasha Soundlab
• Applying Sasha Soundlab to your own productions
• Using Multi instruments to their full potential

For Sasha Soundlab to have such in - depth features takes it way beyond just a mere library of loops and hits: it becomes an instrument in its own right, packed with nuance and fine controls that will enhance almost any production.

Training courses, which include 6 hours of training in Sasha Soundlab are available for £150 in both 1-2-1 and Skype Training formats, meaning you can get the knowledge you need, wherever you are. As part of this package you will also receive Screen Captured Video Tutorials of each and every session, meaning you have a personalised training resource to go back to again and again.

Also, stay on the look out for video tutorials on Sasha Soundlab coming soon!

Short Film 'Something Wrong' Achieves Official Selection at NFFTY

Here's an update on short film Something Wrong, which I provided sound design and final mixing for.

Recently it has been selected for NFFTY, the National Film Festival for Talented Youth in Seattle USA.

NFFTY is the largest and most influential youth film festival in the world. In 2011, it screened 225 films from the best filmmakers 22 and younger representing 40 states and 20 countries. NFFTY 2012 (April 26-29) will be even bigger, with over 10,000 expected in attendance.

It's great that this film and it's talented cast has been getting so much exposure on the festival circuit. It has also been attracting awards, with an En Primeur award for Best Cast, in which it managed to beat over 5,000 other films!

Always find it fascinating that when my job on a film finished, it's life only just begins.

New Contact Number

I have a new contact number, +44 7796 302 751, which you can now reach me on for all business related enquiries.

Please update your records, and cease to use all previous contact numbers

Thanks

Paul

New Product: Direct Advice Videos

Direct Video Advice Sample from Paul Nolan on Vimeo.

Today I am launching a new product, Direct Advice Videos.

This product is perfect for anyone who needs good creative and technical advice, if you have hit the wall creatively, or if you can't get your productions to have that Pro sound and need a push in the right direction.

This is how it works:

1. You send your track, zipped in a compressed format, to me via DropBox or other sharing link.

You need to send not just a bounced audio file of the track, but the whole session, including all audio files.

I support the following DAWs:

Logic Pro
Pro Tools
Ableton Live
Reason
Cubase

2. I will open your session, and build a hitlist of areas where the track requires improvements.

3. I will work on your session for 1hr, and I will record this session using Screen Capturing software. I will explain at every stage where the track requires improvement, what techniques I am using to improve the track.

Also, I will explain WHY I am using the techniques I am, therefore giving you context and a deeper understanding on how to produce your own tracks in future.

4. I will deliver the session back to you, with improvements made so you can see for yourself the advice applied.

I will also supply the 1hr Screen Captured video of the session in .mov format

All audio from the session is recorded and can be clearly heard in the video, as well as my voice.

All keyboard shortcuts and mouse clicks are also recorded, giving you the full benefit of the work done on your track.

All this costs £20 for one 1hr video. This is perfect if you need advice quickly, or require new techniques to get you moving.

Another big benefit is that it is a personalised service, tailored to you creative goals and learning needs.

If you are interested in purchasing a Direct Advice Video, please contact me via email paul.nolan@mac.com or use the Contact form on the website.

Paul Nolan to score feature film 'Haters'

I'm pleased to announce that shortly I am to begin work on the feature film score for Liverpool produced horror film 'Haters', which completed Principle Photography in December 2011

A trailer is currently being cut in time for the Cannes Film Festival, for which I begin the score for pretty much after I finish writing this blog post!

Watch this space for teasers and clips from the trailer and feature score, as well as some video tutorials on how I create the sounds and mix them!

Announcing W Hotels DJ Lab Bali July 2012

I'm delighted to announce my participation in the W Hotels / Burn Studios DJ Lab 2012.

I first worked with W Hotels during their DJ Lab in 2011 as part of Burn Studios Ibiza Residency for the summer, working alongside KCRW LA Music Director Jason Bentley, legendary producers Arthur Baker and Cassius, as well as W Hotels Global Music Director Michaelangelo L'Acqua to deliver masterclass lectures on Music Production & Sound Design to a group of talented and up and coming DJs doing great things in the Dance Music scene globally.

As part of the 2012 programme, myself, Michaelangelo, Jason Bentley, Rob Garza from legendary DJ / Production outfit Thievery Corporation and a brand new set of emerging talents will come together in Bali to learn, develop talent and share amazing experiences to enhance the next generation of musical talent.

This will take the form of a 3-4 day programme of events, where the participants will learn crucial Production & Audio Engineering skills, to help them create or finish their own productions and get them out onto the dancefloors of the world.

See below for the full press release, and of course I'll be blogging about this in the run up to and during the events, so keep checking the blog for more details...

Announcing KODE London DJ Residency, Starts April 7th 2012!

 

I'm happy to announce that April 7th represents the first event of my new residency in London at KODE, held at the Lane Bar, Brick Lane...

The association with KODE has naturally occurred through a great relationship built with promoters Niall Leane, Andy Woods and Tom Eastwood, based on my knowledge of production and engineering technique.

The relationship has morphed into a wider context, with me taking to the decks (literally, but more on that later) on a regular basis during 2012 and beyond.

Stay tuned for more information for the April 7th gig, and for an exclusive KODEcast podcast mix to give you a flavour of what to expect on the night...

Here's the facebook page for the event...

http://www.facebook.com/events/203142533125848/205791822860919/?notif_t=plan_mall_activity

And a little teaser video to whet your appettite further...

'The RAID V2' DJ Mix available on on W Hotels Worldwide Smartphone App

I'm delighted to announce that my latest DJ Mix for RAID Recordings, 'The RAID V2' is now available to listen to on the W Hotels Worldwide App

If you haven't used the app before, you can use it to sample music from W Hotels' global network of DJs, as well as some of the biggest names in dance music, including Pete Tong, Fred Falke, Bad Boy Bill, DJ Dan, Morgan Page, Tommie Sunshine, Ghosts Of Venice, Avicii and more...

You can also use the app to find and book W Hotels around the world, find special offers and explore the global network of Hotels near to or far away from you.

So click on the image to download the app from iTunes and enjoy some of the world's top DJs (and me!) within the tap of a touchscreen...

Click to download the W Hotels app now from iTunes

You can also enjoy the mix and download it from Sound Cloud using the widget below...

Tracklisting:

Sepalcure - Inside EP (K7) 

Tim Green - Cherry (RebelLION) 

Phoenix - 1901 (Essay's Heat Edit) 

Holy Ghost - Some Children (DFA) 

Hal Incandenza: Little Mountains (Natura Sonoris) 

Niki & The Dove - The Drummer (Danny Daze Paradise Garage Remix) (Mercury) 

Todd Terje - Ragysh (Running Back Genre) 

Mugwump - Boutade (Original) (Misericord) 

Black Van - Moments Of Excellence (Original) (Permanent Vacation) 

NSFW - Coconut (Cosmonauts Remix) (THIS IS) 

Moby - The Right Thing (Sharam Jey Remix) (Little Idiot)

Sepalcure - Inside EP (K7) Tim Green - Cherry (RebelLION) Phoenix - 1901 (Essay's Heat Edit) Holy Ghost - Some Children (DFA) Hal Incandenza: Little Mountains (Natura Sonoris) Niki & The Dove - The Drummer (Danny Daze Paradise Garage Remix) (Mercury) Todd Terje - Ragysh (Running Back Genre) Mugwump - Boutade (Original) (Misericord) Black Van - Moments Of Excellence (Original) (Permanent Vacation) NSFW - Coconut (Cosmonauts Remix) (THIS IS) Moby - The Right Thing (Sharam Jey Remix) (Little Idiot)

Learn 1-2-1 with Paul Nolan Sound Wherever You Are With Skype Training

With 1-2-1 Skype Training from Paul Nolan Sound , you can learn music production techniques, DAW software, synthesis, sampling, and how to create your chosen genre of music, wherever you are, worldwide!

All you need is a computer, an internet connection and a Skype Account to access a world of knowledge.

For Example, you'd like to learn Native Instruments Maschine. A comprehensive programme of 10 hours of training, will include:

• Personalised Learning Plan, specifically written by Paul around your specific needs, learning style and goals.
• Video Capture (including in - computer audio) of each 1hr long session available within 24hours after each session
• Tasks to perform between each session to accelarate your learning, and move you toward your finished track / goal quicker
• Feedback on your tracks by a professional producer, engineer and lecturer, in the moment, with full explanations of all techniques to improve your knowledge & independent skill level
• Help & advice on signing and publishing your tracks
• Exclusive pricing from Music Matter, one of the UK's premier Music Tech retailers

10 hours of Skype training costs £200 (£20 per session). Payment is processed via Paypal, and if payment for all sessions is received in full upfront, you will receive a bonus 1hr session FREE OF CHARGE!

*Note: flexible payment for sessions is also available, please get in contact to discuss your needs further if this is what you need

Nowhere else will you receive this level of 1-2-1 attention, and  at such a competitive price. Learn to make the music you've always wanted to with Paul Nolan Sound.