Lesson 11: Working with vocals

Objective: Students will learn how to record, edit, and mix vocals in Soundation. Materials: Computers with internet access, Soundation accounts, speakers, audio interfaces, microphones, and headphones.

Activities:

1. 1
   Introduction to vocal recording (10 mins):

   • Discuss the basics of vocal recording, including signal flow, audio settings, mic placement, and levels.
   • Demonstrate recording a vocal track in Soundation.
2. 2
   Editing vocals (15 mins):

   • Show how to edit vocal takes, including cutting, and using pitch correction.
   • Demonstrate how to add effects like EQ, reverb, delay, and compression for vocals.
3. 3
   Vocal mixing practice (25 mins):

   • Students record or import a vocal track and practice editing and mixing it.
4. 4
   Discussion (10 mins):

   • Compare original and edited vocal tracks and discuss challenges in vocal mixing.

Assignment:

Incorporate a vocal track into an existing project, applying at least two vocal effects.

Tips:

• Pitch correction: Use the Vocal tuner effect to correct the pitch of a vocal to a specific scale.