Sonic Days 2024: Full Schedule

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09:30 CET

Sound in Museums: Welcome

Wednesday November 20, 2024 09:30 - 09:45 CET

4.40 - Conference Room

Speakers

Birgitte Folmann

Senior Associate Professor, Sonic College

Alcina Cortez

Sound Studies Researcher, NOVA University Lisbon

A PhD in ethnomusicology and museum studies and a curator, I am committed to exploring the diverse communicative capacities of sound, encompassing its representational, emotional, and sensory dimensions. My goal is to gain insights into how people connect with sound, both in their... Read More →

Wednesday November 20, 2024 09:30 - 09:45 CET
4.40 - Conference Room Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Sound in Museums

09:30 CET

Getting Started with Dolby Atmos

Wednesday November 20, 2024 09:30 - 10:30 CET

0.40 - Cinema

This session is perfect for those new to immersive audio production. You’ll get a comprehensive introduction to Dolby Atmos technology, its core principles, and how to set up an Atmos-compatible workflow. Learn how Dolby Atmos transforms the listening experience across different platforms, from cinema to personal devices, and how you can get started with this powerful tool for your projects.

Speakers

John Scanlon

Sr. Manager Dolby Institute, Dolby Institute

With a 20+ year background in education designing curriculum and instructing in Music Recording/Mixing Studios, Post Production, and Systems Integration, John’s role at Dolby is to develop learning resources to inspire, educate, and assist institutions, artists, and creative individuals... Read More →

Sponsors

Dolby Institute

Wednesday November 20, 2024 09:30 - 10:30 CET
0.40 - Cinema Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Audio Technology, Beginner

09:30 CET

Beginner Tips & Tricks with Wwise

Wednesday November 20, 2024 09:30 - 10:30 CET

3.39 - Audiokinetic

Getting started with game audio can be challenging, so let’s go through ways to quickly improve your workflow and talk about ways to solve or approach common obstacles in todays game audio productions.

Speakers

Mads Maretty Sønderup

Education Content Developer, Audiokinetic

Lead on Audiokinetic's Team Training service where studios can get fast-track and customized training in using Wwise. I started my journey with Audiokinetic in 2017 as one of the main developers of the Wwise Adventure Game, then continued into writing Wwise courses, creating educational... Read More →

Sponsors

Audiokinetic

Audiokinetic is the leading provider of cross-platform audio solutions for interactive media and gaming, and sets new standards in interactive audio production for location-based entertainment, automotive, consumer electronics, and training simulation. A trusted and strategic partner... Read More →

Wednesday November 20, 2024 09:30 - 10:30 CET
3.39 - Audiokinetic Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Game Audio

09:30 CET

Insights from the Studio: Flemming Rasmussen’s Work with Metallica

Wednesday November 20, 2024 09:30 - 10:30 CET

3.05 Recording Studio

In this session, Flemming Rasmussen will share his experiences and techniques from his time in the studio with Metallica. Known for his work on the band’s seminal albums Ride the Lightning, Master of Puppets, and …And Justice for All, Rasmussen will provide an in-depth look at the recording process and the sound shaping that helped define Metallica’s early style.
Key points will include:

The collaborative process between Rasmussen and the band during recording.
Technical approaches used in the production of these iconic albums.
Overcoming challenges in achieving the raw, powerful sound Metallica is known for.

This session is ideal for audio professionals, musicians, and anyone interested in the craft of studio production, offering a deeper understanding of what goes into creating a groundbreaking rock album.

Speakers

Flemming Rasmussen

Chief Engineer/Producer, Sweet Silence Studios

Flemming Rasmussen is a Danish producer and engineer, celebrated for his work in heavy metal production. He founded Sweet Silence Studios and played a key role in the production of several of Metallica’s most influential albums. His contributions to the band's sound have left a... Read More →

Wednesday November 20, 2024 09:30 - 10:30 CET
3.05 Recording Studio Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Immersive Music, Beginner

09:30 CET

Designing Immersive Concerts

Wednesday November 20, 2024 09:30 - 10:30 CET

3.26 Meyer Sound

Speakers

Ianina Canalis

Application Architech - Spatial Audio Specialist, Meyer Sound

Ianina Canalis is Meyer Sound’s Application Architect, Spatial Audio Specialist and was an integral member of the development team for Spacemap Go, Meyer Sound’s spatial sound design and live mixing tool. Prior to joining Meyer Sound, Ianina held posts as a lecturer in live sound... Read More →

Arve Gotfredsen

Technical Support Specialist, northEU, Meyer Sound

Arve Gotfredsen is based in the north of the EU and is part of the international Technical Support team at Meyer Sound. He works with system design, calibration, and general technical support. He has been involved in recent spatial audio designs and integrations in installations... Read More →

Sponsors

Meyer Sound

Founded by John and Helen Meyer in 1979, Meyer Sound is a global leader in providing integrated solutions for sound reinforcement, spatial sound, acoustic systems, studio monitoring and high-end residential systems. Recognized as an audio technology pioneer, Meyer Sound was the first... Read More →

Wednesday November 20, 2024 09:30 - 10:30 CET
3.26 Meyer Sound Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

New Concert Formats, Expert

09:30 CET

Music and Sound Design for Operation Pellegrino

Wednesday November 20, 2024 09:30 - 10:30 CET

3.40 - Neumann

Oskar Lemke takes you through the process of producing music and sound design for the podcast Operation Pellegrino.
Subjects that will be adressed are:

The research phase (before even opening a DAW)
Music Production phase
Delivery of the music
Sound design of Operation Pellegrino Episode 1 or 5
Workflows and Geeky stuff
Q&A

Speakers

Oskar Lemke

Lyd Bjørn

Wednesday November 20, 2024 09:30 - 10:30 CET
3.40 - Neumann Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Podcast, Beginner

09:45 CET

Alcina Cortez - Sound in Museums

Wednesday November 20, 2024 09:45 - 10:45 CET

4.40 - Conference Room

Speakers

Alcina Cortez

Sound Studies Researcher, NOVA University Lisbon

Wednesday November 20, 2024 09:45 - 10:45 CET
4.40 - Conference Room Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Sound in Museums, Academic

10:30 CET

Sound design for automotive

Wednesday November 20, 2024 10:30 - 11:30 CET

3.09 - Conferences room

Sound interaction plays a crucial role in the general user interface of a car, especially since the task of driving a car largely occupies the driver visually. Hence automotive sound design is generally intended to promote safety and optimize usability. As the automotive industry is in the transforming, shifting from combustion to electric propulsion, manual to autonomous driving and adding new mobility solutions, new use cases are arising including possibilities as well as challenges with regards to the need of sound interaction and design. This session will cover some background, the current use of sound design and sound interaction principles as well as upcoming trends and outlooks for sound interaction in automotive industry with a special focus on Volvo Cars implementation.

Speakers

Fredrik Hagman

Volvo Cars

Wednesday November 20, 2024 10:30 - 11:30 CET
3.09 - Conferences room Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Interactive Audio, Intermediate

10:30 CET

Introduction to On-Set Sound: The Role of the Sound Mixer in Film

Wednesday November 20, 2024 10:30 - 11:30 CET

3.27 - Adamson

Description: Join Allan Holberg, a seasoned sound mixer with decades of experience in both TV and film, for an introductory session on the essential equipment and tasks involved in capturing sound on set. Learn the basics of how a sound recordist works, from handling boom mics to recording clear, high-quality audio in dynamic environments. This session is perfect for those who are new to sound work and want to explore the tools and techniques used on a professional film set

Speakers

Allan Holmberg

Sound Recordist / Product Specialist, Freelancer / Nordic Pro Audio

Partners

Nordisk Film Fonden

Wednesday November 20, 2024 10:30 - 11:30 CET
3.27 - Adamson

Sound for Film & TV, Beginner

11:00 CET

Behind the Making of 'Tyran'

Wednesday November 20, 2024 11:00 - 12:00 CET

3.21 - Shure & L-Acoustics

Join Emil Rothstein-Christensen, the creative force behind the hit podcast Tyran, and Anders Stegger, head of P3 Podcast and person who envisioned the series. Together, they will dive into the making of this critically acclaimed podcast that uncovers the stories of history’s most notorious tyrants.

From the early conceptual stages to the production process, Emil and Anders will share how Tyran came to life, blending true crime and historical storytelling to captivate listeners. Learn about the unique challenges of building engaging narratives, shaping soundscapes, and the detailed research that goes into each episode.

Whether you're an aspiring podcaster, an audio enthusiast, or simply a fan of compelling storytelling, this session offers exclusive insights into one of Denmark's most popular podcasts.

Speakers

Emil Rothstein-Christensen

Producer, MonoMono

Anders Stegger

Wednesday November 20, 2024 11:00 - 12:00 CET
3.21 - Shure & L-Acoustics Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Podcast

11:00 CET

Spatial Soundpiece for Rudolph Tegners museum

Wednesday November 20, 2024 11:00 - 12:00 CET

4.40 - Conference Room

At this session Ditte Rønn will give insight into her creative process in creating outdoor spatial soundart at Rudolph Tegners Museum & Statuepark in northern zealand, Denmark. Primarily using acoustic instruments, Ditte has drawn inspiration from the work of sculptor Tegner (1873-1950) composing three album-like soundpieces that dialogues with the environment using omnidirectional speakers hanging in the trees. This listening session will also include insight into challenges, overall compositional and conceptual methods, as well as artistic thoughts about the potential in cross-aesthetic based soundart.
Her colleague and sounddesigner Yann Coppier, who has been spatial mixing the pieces together with Ditte, also gives a brief insight into his methods and thoughts using Spat Revolution in this case.

Just after this session the soundscape will be played in a version prepared for the immersive speaker system in the Atrium at UC-Syd/Sonic College. Be prepared for a unique listening experience.

Speakers

Ditte Rønn

Contemporary composer Ditte Rønn is working with both live music and cross-aesthetic multi speaker soundpieces especially in a museum context. In a unique inspiration from a wide variation of music genres, musicians and methods from improvisation and notated music, she develops sensuous... Read More →

Wednesday November 20, 2024 11:00 - 12:00 CET
4.40 - Conference Room Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Sound in Museums, Case

11:30 CET

Navigating Your Career in Audio: Education, Networking, and Opportunities

Wednesday November 20, 2024 11:30 - 12:30 CET

3.05 Recording Studio

John Krivit, a past president of the Audio Engineering Society and chair of the AES Education Committee, shares his unique insights into the essential tools and strategies for building and sustaining a successful career in the audio industry. Drawing from years of experience as an educator and leader in the field, John will discuss the critical role education and networking play in shaping opportunities for audio professionals. This presentation is perfect for students and professionals as well as employers who seek to understand how to support the next generation of audio professionals.
John will also highlight key strategies for matriculation, common pitfalls, and how to make the most out of industry connections and educational programs.

Speakers

John Krivit

Hey Audio Student

Wednesday November 20, 2024 11:30 - 12:30 CET
3.05 Recording Studio Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Audio Technology, Beginner

11:30 CET

A Linear Score in an Interactive Medium: The Music of Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora

Wednesday November 20, 2024 11:30 - 12:30 CET

3.39 - Audiokinetic

Doing justice to an epic story, told in the cinematic universe of Avatar, presented the music team at Massive Entertainment with a huge challenge. How can an interactive game fulfill the expectations set by the popular films?
In the presentation Lasse will demonstrate how the team implemented the Pinar Toprak’s beautiful score for the highly realized narrative campaign of Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, which not only supports the moment-to-moment action on screen, but also enhances the mood and the narrative by highlighting both the player’s and main character’s emotions and expectations.
Outside of the narrative campaign, Lasse will show the extensive music system used to make the open world music feel scripted, deliberate, and cinematic, despite the complete lack of linearity in gameplay.

Speakers

Lasse Skak Ernst

Sponsors

Massive

Wednesday November 20, 2024 11:30 - 12:30 CET
3.39 - Audiokinetic Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Game Audio

11:30 CET

Atmos First: Elevating Stereo Mixes with Immersive Technology

Wednesday November 20, 2024 11:30 - 12:30 CET

3.40 - Neumann

Atmos First: Elevating Stereo Mixes with Immersive Technology
Join Atmos Music Mix Engineer Frank Grønbæk, supported by David Ziegler from Dolby, as they explore how starting with an Atmos mix can lead to a superior stereo mix. With modern audio technology, it’s possible to take advantage of the expansive soundscape of Atmos while delivering a highly refined stereo result. Through live demonstrations, attendees will experience a music production in full Atmos, through headphones, and in traditional stereo, showcasing how spatial audio techniques can enhance the final stereo mix. This session highlights the advantages of using Atmos as the foundation for all music mixes.

Speakers

David Ziegler

Content Relations Manager, Dolby Institute

Coming form a sound design and audio-mixing background, David is working for Dolby since 2012, supporting audio professionals, post-facilities and music mixing studios all over Europe with all questions around Dolby Atmos - educating on workflows, advising on room design and studio... Read More →

Frank Grønbæk

Owner, Frank Of House

Wednesday November 20, 2024 11:30 - 12:30 CET
3.40 - Neumann Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Immersive Music, Intermediate

11:30 CET

Tracking and localization of sound at Det Kongelige Teater

Wednesday November 20, 2024 11:30 - 12:30 CET

3.26 Meyer Sound

Sound localization is the process by which we can determine the origin of a sound.
Humans and animals use various clues, such as time delays and intensity differences between the ears,
to identify the direction of a sound. These techniques have been adopted in modern technology, to create immersive sound environment, and a more realistic connection between amplified and unamplified voice.
Since 2008, The Royal Danish Theatre has been utilizing various tracking systems to enhance their productions, creating invisible and transparent amplification of the actors. This presentation delves into the principles behind sound tracking and localization and how we have approached it at the Theater.

Speakers

Jonas Vest

Tonemester / Lyddesigner, Det Kongelige Teater

My name is Jonas Vest, - I am employed as "tonemester" at the Royal Danish Theater,and is also affiliated as an external censor at the Danish Academy of Performing Arts.Over time, I have created the sounddesign for more than 100 theater performances, among the most recent: "West Side... Read More →

Wednesday November 20, 2024 11:30 - 12:30 CET
3.26 Meyer Sound Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

New Concert Formats, Intermediate

11:30 CET

The Art of Foley in Storytelling

Wednesday November 20, 2024 11:30 - 12:30 CET

0.40 - Cinema

If you’ve watched some of your favorite blockbuster films, chances are Foley artist Shelley Roden has helped bring them to life. As a key member of the Foley team at the legendary Skywalker Sound, Shelley has worked on some of the most acclaimed film projects of recent years. In this session, Shelley will take you behind the scenes of the Foley process, showcasing how sound is crafted to enhance storytelling in cinema. Whether you're a seasoned professional or a curious beginner, you'll gain insight into the creative techniques that transform everyday objects into cinematic soundscapes, making the audience feel every footstep, punch, and atmospheric detail.

Speakers

Shelley Roden

Foley Artist, Skywalker Sound

Shelley Roden is an award-winning Foley Artist working at Skywalker Sound in Northern CA. She has created and performed foley sound effects for over two hundred fifty live-action films, animated films, and series. Recent projects include Pixar's Inside Out 2 and Elemental, Despicable... Read More →

Partners

Nordisk Film Fonden

Wednesday November 20, 2024 11:30 - 12:30 CET
0.40 - Cinema Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Sound for Film & TV

13:30 CET

The Sonic Freelancer: Navigating your Game Audio Journey

Wednesday November 20, 2024 13:30 - 14:30 CET

3.39 - Audiokinetic

Join us for an inspiring panel where four game audio professionals share their journeys from starting out to establishing thriving careers. This talk is designed for students and emerging professionals and offers valuable insights into the challenges and rewards of freelancing in the game industry compared to working in-house full-time.

The panelists will discuss how they broke into the field of game audio, navigated the freelance world, and built lasting client relationships. Whether you're curious about the freelance lifestyle or seeking advice on how to get started, this session is packed with tips and personal stories to guide your future career!

Presented by Game Audio Denmark

Moderators

Ronny Mikkelsen

Speakers

Nikalaj de Haan

Mikkel Anttila

Sound designer, Noisecomb

Freelance sound designer based in Copenhagen

Katrine Amsler

Sound designer, IO Interactive

Fanny Wree

Sound Designer, Indoor Sunglasses

Sponsors

Game Audio Denmark

Hello!We are Game Audio Denmark. Our mission is to establish a national network for the game audio industry with local networks that are interconnected nationally. We are committed to being an active and visible organization that provides education, advocacy, and resources to our... Read More →

Wednesday November 20, 2024 13:30 - 14:30 CET
3.39 - Audiokinetic Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Game Audio

13:30 CET

Introduction to Immersive Production for Binural Audio

Wednesday November 20, 2024 13:30 - 14:30 CET

3.21 - Shure & L-Acoustics

Speakers

Marcela Rada

Audio Engineer

Marcela is a talented and accomplished audio engineer that has experience both in the studio and in the classroom teaching university level students the skills of becoming professional audio engineers and music producers. She has worked across music genres recording, editing, mixing... Read More →

Wednesday November 20, 2024 13:30 - 14:30 CET
3.21 - Shure & L-Acoustics Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Immersive Music, Beginner

13:30 CET

Decounstruction of Sound Good & Evil

Wednesday November 20, 2024 13:30 - 14:30 CET

3.09 - Conferences room

In Else Marie Pades electronic music works from 1950s-1980s we find a rare combination of compositional strategies: ‘concrete sound’ recordings ranging from the sounds of everyday life to prepared acoustical instruments, side by side with pure electronic sounds, all manipulated and structured through compositional operations of strict serialism – composed for radio broadcast or to be performed as theatrical performances or as multimedia sound installations.
We are at the birth of electronic avantgarde music and musical modernism in Europe beginning in the 1950s, where the horrors of 2. World War permeats everything including art and music – much like today. In this atmosphere of trauma and hope Else Marie Pade discovers sound wave interference that she uses as an aesthetic technique to create a sonic continuum with ‘good’ and ‘evil’ as its opposite poles.
With this palette of early electronic sound techniques, what does war sound like? Doomsday sound like? Or love and salvation sound like?

Speakers

Ingeborg Okkels

Ingeborg Okkels is sound researcher and sound designer living in Copenhagen, Denmark.She has a PHD degree in Musicology from Copenhagen University, where she has looked into the relation between music technology, sound perception and listening behaviour. She has been a lecturer and... Read More →

Wednesday November 20, 2024 13:30 - 14:30 CET
3.09 - Conferences room Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Interactive Audio

13:30 CET

Integration and interoperability in immersive live production

Wednesday November 20, 2024 13:30 - 14:30 CET

3.27 - Adamson

With the advent of spatial audio renderers in the live entertainment industry, channel-based mixing solutions are being replaced by object-based mixing solutions. These processors are first used by system technicians. But above all, they are mixing tools. New companions of sound engineers and artists appear: software for positioning an audio object in the sound field. These interfaces have to be integrated into the wide show ecosystem, including mixing consoles, show controllers, tracking systems, potentially lighting and video.

How to make this possible since everyone uses his own language and protocol. One can talk MIDI, another OSC, PosiStageNet or a proprietary protocol. Do we need complex tools to translate a language into another? Or can we have a common vocabulary?

Leading audio manufacturers have worked together to come up with an OSC specification that everyone can use to easily interoperate. This is ADM-OSC, which has just been presented at the AES convention in New York early October.

Speakers

Sylvain Thévenard

Adamson

Sylvain Thévenard, spatial audio specialist, Adamson Based in Paris, France, Sylvain Thévenard has worked in the professional audio industry for over two decades, both in the recording studio and as a live sound engineer. Dedicated to the message that the artists intend to convey... Read More →

Sponsors

Adamson

Adamson is Canada’s most recognized exporter of loudspeaker technology for the pro-audio sector. For more than 30 years Adamson loudspeakers have been a mainstay in global tours and festivals, and are installed in some of the most prestigious venues around the world. Located in... Read More →

Wednesday November 20, 2024 13:30 - 14:30 CET
3.27 - Adamson

New Concert Formats, Intermediate

13:30 CET

Wings of Imagination: The Affordances of Sound in Museum Exhibitions

Wednesday November 20, 2024 13:30 - 14:30 CET

4.40 - Conference Room

Museums have been described as exhibitionary complexes and scopic regimes, both concepts stressing their orientation towards display and visuality, what Martin Jay has also characterized as ocularcentrism. However, new technologies have enabled other modalities, most notably sound, to become ingrained in contemporary exhibition design.
According to media theorist Marshall McLuhan a hot medium is relying on one sense modality in high definition requiring low participation from the audience. A cool medium, on the other hand, provides less detailed, or fragmented, information requiring more participation. Thus, following the ocularcentrism of exhibitions, they could be considered as hot media environments. Consequently, also including sound in the exhibition design could be considered as a cooling of, or tempering of the media environment, requiring, or enabling, more participation from the visitor.
Thinking along with McLuhans temperature metaphor, and applying it to exhibition design, we explore the affordances of sound as a tempering of the media environment of exhibitions that simultaneously requires and enables visitors to use their imagination more actively in the meaning-making – giving wings to their imagination, metaphorically speaking. Thus, sound provides exhibition designers with opportunities to engage in more complex storytelling.
We substantiate our argument with illustrative examples from the H.C. Andersen’s House in Odense, The Viking Sorceress exhibition at the National Museum of Denmark and the exhibition Might and Magic in the ruins underneath Christiansborg Castle in Copenhagen.
We discuss whether a more temperate, or balanced, media environment can counteract the ocularcentric bias of the exhibition medium and afford more complex meaning-making experiences. We argue that such an approach, placing more demands on the visitors’ participation and engagement, might appeal to some visitors but alienate others. Finally, we challenge the premise of McLuhan’s temperature metaphor and discuss how certain ways of using exhibition sound might actually “heat up” the experience rather than “cooling” it down.

Speakers

Christian Hviid Mortensen

Vitus Vestergaard

Vitus Vestergaard is associate professor of Media Studies at the University of Southern Denmark where he teaches media production such as podcasting. A trained sound designer, he is interested in all things related to sound, most recently focusing on mobile high-performance speakers... Read More →

Wednesday November 20, 2024 13:30 - 14:30 CET
4.40 - Conference Room Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Sound in Museums, Academic

14:00 CET

Safe Listening Practices for Audio Engineers

Wednesday November 20, 2024 14:00 - 15:00 CET

3.05 Recording Studio

Recent studies on hearing health have led to a new understanding of how temporary "ringing of the ears" and other short-term warnings to sound exposure should not be ignored. If there is a safe sound exposure level, it is lower than previously thought.

The latest findings on safe listening are summarised, including short-term and long-term consequences of overdosing. Medical data is compared to hazard-based requirements on sound levels in Europe, and a best practice for audio professionals is outlined.

We will also discuss seeding reasonable listening habits in our children, the first generation that could potentially benefit from a better understanding of common threats to hearing in modern life.

Speakers

Thomas Lund

Senior Scientist, Genelec OY

Thomas Lund is senior scientist at Genelec, doing subjective research and listening tests. He has written papers on perception, spatialisation, loudness, sound exposure and true-peak level. Thomas is convenor of a working group under the European Comission, tasked with the prevention... Read More →

Wednesday November 20, 2024 14:00 - 15:00 CET
3.05 Recording Studio Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Audio Technology, Intermediate

14:00 CET

The Future of Podcasting: How to Develop and Empower New Talent

Wednesday November 20, 2024 14:00 - 15:00 CET

3.26 Meyer Sound

With podcasting growing as a major media format, it is crucial to equip upcoming talent with the right skills. This panel of experts, including figures from P3, Zetland, Center for Podcasting, Rakkerpak, and Sonic College, will discuss how to inspire, educate, and develop the next generation of podcasters. They will explore training programs, technology, and creative freedom that lead to dynamic and impactful content.

Moderators

Finn Markwardt

Sound Designer/Composer +Module Lecturer at Sonic Colleger, Sonic College + Mastermind Production ApS

As a firmly established composer and sound engineer I have been working for decades in the field of TV and radio/podcast production, trailers for the gaming industry and audio installations and museums. With a record of more than 100 known jingles and plenty of sound production on... Read More →

Speakers

Søren Brunsgaard

Chairperson, Center for Podcasting

Anna Svendsmark Møller

dorte palle jørgensen

Direktør, Rakkerpak Productions

Anders Stegger

Sandra Mia Susgaard

Editor/Lydredaktør, Zetland

Wednesday November 20, 2024 14:00 - 15:00 CET
3.26 Meyer Sound Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Podcast

14:00 CET

Case Study: Zone of Interest

Wednesday November 20, 2024 14:00 - 15:00 CET

0.40 - Cinema

Moderators

Peter Albrechtsen

Sound Designer & Music Supervisor, Lydrummet

Speakers

Johnnie Burn

Partners

Nordisk Film Fonden

Wednesday November 20, 2024 14:00 - 15:00 CET
0.40 - Cinema Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Sound for Film & TV

15:00 CET

Ineffective investigations, DIY experiments and an abandoned Oil Tank

Wednesday November 20, 2024 15:00 - 16:00 CET

3.39 - Audiokinetic

Katrine Amsler is an audio designer currently working for IO Interactive on the 007 project. Since 2015 she has contributed as a sound artist for game-composer Martin Stig Andersen on games like Wolfenstein, Control and Back4Blood.
In her talk, Katrine will touch on topics like “Ineffective Investigations,” sharing how rethinking traditional methods can lead to unexpected discoveries. You’ll get a glimpse into her different DIY experiments and how to record and create a sound library from an abandoned oil tank. Gain some fresh inspiration to elevate your own approach to sound design.

Speakers

Katrine Amsler

Sound designer, IO Interactive

Wednesday November 20, 2024 15:00 - 16:00 CET
3.39 - Audiokinetic Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Game Audio

15:00 CET

Designing Sound Worlds for Museums - Challenges and Creative Opportunities

Wednesday November 20, 2024 15:00 - 16:00 CET

4.40 - Conference Room

In this session, David Kamp will explore the unique challenges and creative opportunities of working with museums, focusing on two standout projects: the immersive 360° show "Invisible Worlds" for the American Museum of Natural History in New York City, and "Bauhaus Sound" for the Bauhaus Foundation in Dessau, Germany. David will share insights into the production process for both projects, highlighting how they compare to his work in sound for visual art, animated shorts and audio branding. He'll examine key differences in teamwork, client expectations, workflows, and timelines, offering his perspective on museum sound design in contrast to other industries.

Speakers

David Kamp

Founder, STUDIOKAMP

David Kamp is a composer, sound designer and sound artist. Since 2009 based in Berlin, he works with animators, visual artists, companies, galleries, NGOs and cultural institutions worldwide. Services of his studio include music composition and recording, sound design, audio branding... Read More →

Wednesday November 20, 2024 15:00 - 16:00 CET
4.40 - Conference Room Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Sound in Museums

15:30 CET

Dolby Atmos Mixing - from headphones to the studio

Wednesday November 20, 2024 15:30 - 16:30 CET

3.40 - Neumann

Take your Dolby Atmos skills to the next level with this intermediate session, where we explore how to mix immersive audio across different environments. Whether you’re working with headphones, home studios, or professional setups, this presentation covers essential tips and techniques to ensure a consistent and dynamic Atmos mix. Learn how to adapt your workflow for different playback systems and create mixes that sound great in any setting.

Speakers

John Scanlon

Sr. Manager Dolby Institute, Dolby Institute

Sponsors

Dolby Institute

Wednesday November 20, 2024 15:30 - 16:30 CET
3.40 - Neumann Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Audio Technology, Intermediate

15:30 CET

Sonic Travel

Wednesday November 20, 2024 15:30 - 16:30 CET

3.09 - Conferences room

How to compose out of pure movement using vertical dancers, a VR system, binaural sound, some programming and a lot of imagination? BEFORE notes and harmony, BEFORE rhythm and timbre. Pure movement in space as the beginning of composition.
A part of MicroGravity (an action performance by Sparrow Dance), Sonic Travel is a sound installation which visually links the blind with the deaf, and in which the two spaces they individually choreograph become renewed tools for the creation of music.

Speakers

Yann Coppier

Sound Artist, Ovale

Yann Coppier is a sound artist, composer and PhD candidate in artistic research in music at Lund University (Sweden).An experimental musician focusing on absurd sounds, he tends to be pushing for extremes while creating new techniques in order to generate, record and diffuse sounds... Read More →

Wednesday November 20, 2024 15:30 - 16:30 CET
3.09 - Conferences room Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Interactive Audio

15:30 CET

Crafting Immersive Audio Experiences for Audible and Beyond

Wednesday November 20, 2024 15:30 - 16:30 CET

3.27 - Adamson

At Sonic Days, Kurt Martinez, the immersive mix engineer behind acclaimed productions for Audible and the BBC, will take attendees through his innovative approach to sound design using Dolby Atmos. Known for his dynamic sound work on Horizon: Forbidden West, Kylie Minogue’s Tension, and the sci-fi thriller Halfway, Kurt has a unique ability to transform auditory experiences into narrative powerhouses. In this session, he will share insights into how immersive audio creates engaging environments, bringing scripted dramas and podcasts to life in ways that captivate listeners. Discover how sound is becoming a storytelling tool in its own right, and how Kurt’s cutting-edge techniques can inspire your next audio project.

Speakers

Kurt Martinez

Sponsors

Dolby Institute

Wednesday November 20, 2024 15:30 - 16:30 CET
3.27 - Adamson

Podcast

15:30 CET

Introduction to Immersive Sound for Film and TV: Techniques and Tools

Wednesday November 20, 2024 15:30 - 16:30 CET

0.40 - Cinema

Join Leslie Gaston-Bird, President of AES and Owner of Mix Messiah Productions, for an immersive journey into the world of spatial audio for film and TV. As an Avid Certified Dolby Atmos Professional and seasoned re-recording mixer, Leslie will introduce the key principles and technologies behind immersive sound. This session will cover the fundamentals of creating three-dimensional sound environments using cutting-edge tools like Dolby Atmos, allowing attendees to explore how sound can be placed as objects in space around the listener. Whether you're an audio engineer, filmmaker, or curious creative, Leslie's extensive experience and expertise will guide you through the essential techniques that shape immersive soundscapes for some of today’s most engaging films and TV shows. Perfect for those looking to dive deeper into immersive audio production and its practical applications in visual media.

Speakers

Leslie Gaston-Bird

Owner, Mix Messiah Productions

Leslie Gaston-Bird (AMPS, MPSE) is author of the book "Women in Audio", part of the AES Presents series and published by Focal Press (Routledge). She is a voting member of the Recording Academy (The Grammys®) and its P&E (Producers and Engineers) Wing. Currently, she is a freelance... Read More →

Partners

Nordisk Film Fonden

Wednesday November 20, 2024 15:30 - 16:30 CET
0.40 - Cinema Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Sound for Film & TV

16:00 CET

Introduction to Immersive Formats and Envelopment

Wednesday November 20, 2024 16:00 - 17:00 CET

3.05 Recording Studio

Auditory Envelopment (AE) is an elementary, perceptual quality of sound, capable of inducing pleasure and emotion in the listener. AE is not the same Listener Envelopment (LEV) used in acoustical engineering, and immersive audio formats have a higher capacity than stereo to influence AE in listeners.
We describe and exemplify recordings, mixes and distribution formats of immersive across a variety of genres. Examples of the new AE dimension are also given - from intimate to grand - as well as five deadly sins of how to miss its potential pleasure, including bad acoustics of listening rooms.

Speakers

Eddy Bøgh Brixen

consultant, EBB-consult

Eddy B. Brixenreceived his education in electronic engineering from the Danish Broadcasting Corporation, the Copenhagen Engineering College, and the Technical University of Denmark. Major activities include room acoustics, electro-acoustic design, and audio forensics. He is a consultant... Read More →

Thomas Lund

Senior Scientist, Genelec OY

Wednesday November 20, 2024 16:00 - 17:00 CET
3.05 Recording Studio Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Immersive Music, Beginner

16:00 CET

The Sound of Immersion: Mixing Metallica’s 360-Degree World

Wednesday November 20, 2024 16:00 - 17:00 CET

3.26 Meyer Sound

Greg Price takes us behind the scenes of Metallica’s groundbreaking M72 World Tour, sharing insights on how to mix for one of the world’s biggest rock bands in an 360-degree stadium setup. Discover the unique challenges and innovations involved in delivering full-spectrum, high-fidelity sound to tens of thousands of fans, ensuring every listener feels as if they’re right in the middle of the action.

More info on the tour here

Speakers

Greg Price

Owner, Martini Music

Wednesday November 20, 2024 16:00 - 17:00 CET
3.26 Meyer Sound Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

New Concert Formats, Intermediate

17:00 CET

Why Immersive Audio? – Industry Leaders on the Future of Sound

Wednesday November 20, 2024 17:00 - 18:00 CET

3.27 - Adamson

This session delves into the evolving world of immersive audio, examining the creative and technological possibilities that are transforming industries. The discussion will explore the potential of spatial audio to enhance user experiences across different settings, from entertainment to automotive and beyond. Topics will include the latest advancements driving this innovation, how artists and engineers are collaborating to push creative boundaries, and the opportunities and challenges in bringing immersive sound to the mainstream.

Moderators

Marcela Rada

Audio Engineer

Speakers

Fredrik Hagman

Volvo Cars

Oliver Scheuregger

Senior Engineer, Spatial Audio, Bang & Olufsen

Oliver leads the Advanced Technology Team at Bang & Olufsen. He graduated from the Tonmeister course at Surrey University before working for 10 years at the Fraunhofer IIS in Erlangen where he worked on immersive audio rendering technologies. He received a MSc in Acoustics Engineer... Read More →

David Ziegler

Content Relations Manager, Dolby Institute

Wednesday November 20, 2024 17:00 - 18:00 CET
3.27 - Adamson

Audio Technology

17:00 CET

Crafting Sound for Global Brands: The Art of Music Production

Wednesday November 20, 2024 17:00 - 18:00 CET

3.21 - Shure & L-Acoustics

In this session, producer and songwriter Stine Kinck will share insights into her work creating music for international brands like Giorgio Armani, Valentino, and Samsung. Stine’s uncompromising artistic vision has earned her a place as one of Denmark’s top producers. Learn how she balances creativity with brand messaging and discover the behind-the-scenes process of landing high-profile sync campaigns while maintaining a distinctive sound.

Speakers

Stine Kinck

Wednesday November 20, 2024 17:00 - 18:00 CET
3.21 - Shure & L-Acoustics Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Immersive Music, Intermediate

17:00 CET

Sonic Heroes: The Art of Sound in Deadpool & Wolverine

Wednesday November 20, 2024 17:00 - 18:00 CET

0.40 - Cinema

Step into the world of sound for one of the most anticipated superhero films of 2024, Deadpool & Wolverine. Join sound experts Craig Henighan and Lora Hirschberg as they break down the process of designing the immersive and action-packed soundscapes for the latest installment in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Moderated by Peter Albrechtsen, this session will explore the unique challenges of merging the chaotic, comedic energy of Deadpool with the gritty, intense world of Wolverine, all while navigating the time-bending plot involving the Time Variance Authority.
From sound design innovations to working with large-scale effects and balancing humor with dark intensity, Craig and Lora will offer insights into how they used sound to elevate the story and enhance the dynamic relationship between these two iconic characters. With Lora joining live from Skywalker Sound, this is a must-see for anyone fascinated by the art of sound in blockbuster films.
Whether you’re a sound professional, a film student, or a Marvel fan, this session will provide an exciting behind-the-scenes look at how sound was crafted to help bring Deadpool & Wolverine to life in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Moderators

Peter Albrechtsen

Sound Designer & Music Supervisor, Lydrummet

Speakers

Craig Henighan

Lora Hirschberg

Partners

Nordisk Film Fonden

Wednesday November 20, 2024 17:00 - 18:00 CET
0.40 - Cinema Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Sound for Film & TV

19:30 CET

Screening: Roma

Wednesday November 20, 2024 19:30 - 22:00 CET

0.40 - Cinema

“Roma”is a 2018 drama film directed, written, produced, and shot by Alfonso Cuarón. Set in Mexico City during 1970 and 1971, the film offers a semi-autobiographical glimpse into Cuarón's own childhood, focusing on the life of Cleodegaria "Cleo" Gutiérrez, an indigenous Mixtec housekeeper for a middle-class family. The film stars Yalitza Aparicio as Cleo and Marina de Tavira as Sofía, the mother of the household.
Craig Henighan is sound designer and supervising Sound Editor on the film, he was nominated for Best Achievement in Sound Mixing at the 2019 Oscars. Craig Henighan is visiting Sonic Days to talk about working with sound on movies.
Nov 21 16.30-17.30 The Art of Cinematic Sound with Craig Henighan

Moderators

20:00 CET

Immersive Concert - TBA

Wednesday November 20, 2024 20:00 - 22:00 CET

1.15 - Studentsbar

Wednesday November 20, 2024 20:00 - 22:00 CET
1.15 - Studentsbar Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

New Concert Formats, Beginner

Sonic Days 2024