Sonic Days 2024: Full Schedule

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09:30 CET

How to Resolve 90% of your Wireless Audio Issues

Thursday November 21, 2024 09:30 - 10:30 CET

In this session, Jonas Næsby from Sennheiser will address one of the most common challenges in wireless audio: separation. He will explain how proper separation of antennas and equipment can solve the majority of wireless audio issues encountered in professional setups. This talk will provide practical guidance and solutions for improving your wireless audio performance and ensuring a more reliable connection.

Speakers

Jonas Næsby

Thursday November 21, 2024 09:30 - 10:30 CET
3.40 - Neumann Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Audio Technology, Intermediate

09:30 CET

Avatar: Frontiers of Sound Propagation

Thursday November 21, 2024 09:30 - 10:30 CET

3.39 - Audiokinetic

New gen consoles and modern GPU hardware have opened new opportunities for how sound propagation can be handled in games. In Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, these new opportunities sent the sound crew on a journey to the realms of raytracing and voxelized path finding, towards the ultimate goal: a real-time propagation solution providing an obstruction and occlusion simulation that’s scalable, supports dynamic environments, uses existing data, requires no baking steps, no adding of rooms and portals, or tagging materials with absorption values. Spoiler alert: they did not quite get there! However, in this talk, two senior members of the audio team will present their intriguing and impressive final solution sharing what they learned along the way.

Speakers

Kasparas Eidukonis

Simon Stevnhoved

Senior Sound Designer, Massive Entertainment - a Ubisoft studio

Sponsors

Massive

Thursday November 21, 2024 09:30 - 10:30 CET
3.39 - Audiokinetic Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Game Audio

09:30 CET

EarWRM: A Holistic Approach to Writing, Recording, and Mixing Immersive Music

Thursday November 21, 2024 09:30 - 10:30 CET

3.05 Recording Studio

How Can we Inspire the Music Industry to Dream and Create Immersive Music from the Start?

In 2018, we embarked on a research journey into 3D audio, frequently encountering remarkable technical initiatives. Yet, there was often little thought given to the artistic content or how to truly create, record, and mix music in 3D. This gap led to the development of EarWRM, a methodology designed to approach immersive music production from the ground up. In this presentation, I will explore the concept of EarWRM through a series of use cases. How can we guide both professional musicians and students as they prepare for their first immersive concert or composition? What software is essential for this process, and should we develop custom tools ourselves? Additionally, I will outline the framework we are developing for educating students, organizing songwriting camps, specifically designed to focus on immersive music production.
By advocating for an immersive mindset from the very beginning of music creation, we aim to foster a future where the industry not only adopts immersive technologies but dreams within them.

Speakers

Steven Maes

Founder of Motormusic Studios, Researcher & Lecturer at PXL Music, PXL Music

Thursday November 21, 2024 09:30 - 10:30 CET
3.05 Recording Studio Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Immersive Music

09:30 CET

Spatial Audio: A Tale of Time and Space

Thursday November 21, 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 →

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 →

Thursday November 21, 2024 09:30 - 10:30 CET
3.26 Meyer Sound Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

New Concert Formats, Intermediate

09:30 CET

Sonic Storytelling: How Journalists and Sound Designers Create Compelling Podcasts

Thursday November 21, 2024 09:30 - 10:30 CET

1.15 - Studentsbar

Explore the collaborative process between journalists and sound designers in this engaging session with Marie Kildebæk and Merle Baeré. Drawing on their extensive experience from projects such as Genstart and Massøren, they will discuss how to integrate sound design with investigative journalism to enhance audience engagement and emotional depth.

Speakers

Merle Baeré

Journalist, DR

Investigative journalist at DR. I work with podcasts.

Marie Kildebæk

Thursday November 21, 2024 09:30 - 10:30 CET
1.15 - Studentsbar Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Podcast, Intermediate

09:30 CET

On the awakening of high security glass displays in museums with light and sound

Thursday November 21, 2024 09:30 - 10:30 CET

4.40 - Conference Room

This presentation examines how artefacts in museum exhibitions can become more dynamic by utilizing innovative display technologies and augmented mediation, moving beyond traditional glass displays. We propose methods for organizing and staging artefacts with temporal considerations, suggesting that their atmospheric influence spreads through the exhibition space like slow ripples in water, in contrast to Böhme's concept of instantaneous radiation. By theorizing and incorporating temporal structuring into artefact staging, we offer practical strategies for curators and designers to blend the sensory, emotional, and factual aspects of artefacts into the exhibition atmosphere. This approach involves a timeline-based layout of media content, emphasizing how the key atmospheric phenomenon of attunement unfolds over time, enhancing the artefacts' atmospheric, factual, and relational impact within museum spaces.

Speakers

Jonas Kirkegaard

Lecturer & Internship coordinator, Sonic College

BIO: Jonas R. Kirkegaard (1982) is a danish sound artist, composer and sound designer working in the field of interaction design, sound installations, multi channel composition and designing “place specific” atmospheres through sound. Upon replacing nano science with music studies... Read More →

Birgitte Folmann

Senior Associate Professor, Sonic College

Thursday November 21, 2024 09:30 - 10:30 CET
4.40 - Conference Room Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Sound in Museums, Academic

10:00 CET

Case Study: Vejen Hjem - how to use immersive sound to create an authentic experience

Thursday November 21, 2024 10:00 - 11:00 CET

0.40 - Cinema

"Vejen Hjem" is a new film by Charlotte Sieling which premieres on 28 November. The film takes place in Syria during the civil war in 2015 and sound designer and mixer Rune Palving will review how he has worked with a documentary approach to create an authentic experience in Dolby Atmos."

Speakers

Rune Palving

Program Leader, Film School: Sound Editing

The Film School is a historically important focal point for the development of Danish film, both creatively and in relation to the professionalisation of the industry.The National Film School of Denmark was founded in 1966 and is Denmark's only state higher education within film and... Read More →

Partners

Nordisk Film Fonden

Thursday November 21, 2024 10:00 - 11:00 CET
0.40 - Cinema Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Sound for Film & TV

10:30 CET

Inclusion in the Recording Studio

Thursday November 21, 2024 10:30 - 11:30 CET

3.27 - Adamson

Inclusion in the recording studio has become a critical focus within the music industry, highlighting the need for greater representation of women and gender-expansive individuals. Recent initiatives and studies reveal both progress and ongoing challenges in achieving equity.
The USC Annenberg Inclusion Initiative conducts annual reports titled Inclusion in the Recording Studio, analyzing gender and racial/ethnic representation among artists, songwriters, and producers in popular music.
Stacy L. Smith is the Founder of the USC Annenberg Inclusion Initiative, the leading global think tank studying issues of inequality in entertainment. Dr. Smith’s groundbreaking research examines inclusion across film, TV, and digital platforms, the music business, and includes economic analyses that investigate the relationship between inclusion and financial performance.

Speakers

Stacy L. Smith

Stacy L. Smith, Ph.D. is the foremost disrupter of inequality in the entertainment industry. Dr. Smith is the Founder of the USC Annenberg Inclusion Initiative (AII), the leading global think tank studying issues of inequality in entertainment. Dr. Smith’s groundbreaking research... Read More →

Thursday November 21, 2024 10:30 - 11:30 CET
3.27 - Adamson

Diversity in Audio

10:30 CET

4 Sound Perspectives in Mixed Reality.

Thursday November 21, 2024 10:30 - 11:30 CET

3.09 - Conferences room

Creative Sessions:

Creating immersive experience on multi platforms, ways of composing music for interactive immersive environments, including installations, exhibits, and VR/AR experiences.

Hear directly from creators Mons Niklas Schak as he share their experiences, challenges, in bringing audio-driven projects to life.
Based on the site-specific audiovisual experience Cars Choir - The Redemption Sound, the project explores interaction in a Mixed Reality ,
which merges Dolby Atmos, 3D audio in VR, and augmented reality to create a unique auditory experience on multi platforms.

It inspires creative minds to rethink how we can use technology to create meaningful and interactive experiences in new ways.

Speakers

Mons Niklas Schak

Assistant Professor in film composition, Danish National Academy of Music.

Mons Niklas Schak : Over the past 22 years, I've composed music for films, art installations, virtual reality, TV series, dance performances, and released 5 albums. I composed music for "Heirloom" by Larissa Sansour/Søren Lind for the 58th Venice Biennale, "The Ambassador" by Mads... Read More →

Thursday November 21, 2024 10:30 - 11:30 CET
3.09 - Conferences room Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Interactive Audio

11:00 CET

Game Audio Keynote with Richard Lapington

Thursday November 21, 2024 11:00 - 12:00 CET

3.39 - Audiokinetic

Speakers

Richard Lapington

Thursday November 21, 2024 11:00 - 12:00 CET
3.39 - Audiokinetic Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Game Audio

11:00 CET

Can you make headphone monitoring as good as speaker monitoring? Let's find out.

Thursday November 21, 2024 11:00 - 12:00 CET

3.40 - Neumann

Even the finest headphones recreate a limited spatial image, which can hinder workflow efficiency and content accuracy.

In this session Neumann will share their approach to headphone-based reference monitoring for stereo and immersive audio. The solution described is based around a full Neumann signal chain creating transparency, reliability and externalization combined with the perks of headphone monitoring.

Speakers

Stephan Mauer

Head of Product Management, Neumann

Sponsors

Neumann

Thursday November 21, 2024 11:00 - 12:00 CET
3.40 - Neumann Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Immersive Music, Intermediate

11:00 CET

Case Study: Prompt - Producing Podcast with AI and new technology

Thursday November 21, 2024 11:00 - 12:00 CET

3.21 - Shure & L-Acoustics

Marcel Mirzaei-Fard tech analyst and podcast host and creator of DR's tech podcast Prompt in collaboration with Henrik Moltke.
In a conversation with Finn Markwardt, Marcel will talk about how Prompt is produced and how AI is an important tool to precisely create a podcast production in a fast and efficient way.
The podcast Prompt is also critical about AI, so what advantages, challenges and pitfalls does AI provide as a tool in sound production.

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

Marcel Mirzaei-Fard

Marcel Mirzaei-Fard tech-analytiker og vært og skaber af DRs techpodcast Prompt, som hver uge følger AI og tech-udviklingen nøje og kritisk.Marcel har tidligere lavet DR-podcasten ’Stikket Dybere’ og haft job på So ein Ding på DR2, DR Nyheder og Nordisk Film TV.

Thursday November 21, 2024 11:00 - 12:00 CET
3.21 - Shure & L-Acoustics Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Podcast

11:00 CET

New Struer Museum and the National Center for Sonic Cultural Heritage

Thursday November 21, 2024 11:00 - 12:00 CET

4.40 - Conference Room

Struer Museum is on a voyage to become a museum for sound and listening. This talk takes you on the first steps of that voyage, and considers some of the implications for a museum in engaging with sound in all core museological activities. We present some central concepts for the future Struer Museum, we introduce the newly founded National Center for Sonic Cultural Heritage, and ask what is and what could become sonic heritage?

Speakers

Anne-Sofie Udsen

Museum Curator, Struer Museum

Jacob Kreutzfeldt

Centerleder, Struer Museum

Thursday November 21, 2024 11:00 - 12:00 CET
4.40 - Conference Room Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Sound in Museums, Case

11:30 CET

Delivering and Mastering in Dolby Atmos

Thursday November 21, 2024 11:30 - 12:30 CET

3.26 Meyer Sound

For experienced engineers, this advanced session delves into the technical aspects of mastering and delivering content in Dolby Atmos. From finalizing complex mixes to understanding industry-standard delivery formats, this presentation provides the expertise you need to master your projects in Atmos. You’ll also explore the unique challenges of mastering for multiple platforms and how to meet technical specifications for various distribution channels.

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 →

Sponsors

Dolby Institute

Thursday November 21, 2024 11:30 - 12:30 CET
3.26 Meyer Sound Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Audio Technology, Expert

11:30 CET

Heilung at Roskilde Festival: Crafting an Immersive Concert Experience

Thursday November 21, 2024 11:30 - 12:30 CET

1.15 - Studentsbar

Join Robert Borg from Sonic College and Christopher Juul from Heilung as they explore the intricate process behind the creation of one of the most immersive and unique concerts at Roskilde Festival 2024. Robert, a student at Sonic College who has spent the last three years studying and working with immersive concert sound, will be joined remotely by Christopher, who is currently on tour with Heilung. Together, they will discuss how the band, known for blending ancient rituals with modern soundscapes, partnered with Meyer Sound to transform their live performance into an immersive, spatial experience using the Spacemap Go technology.
The session will feature in-depth insights into how Heilung’s otherworldly sound—rooted in Iron Age history and amplified through experimental instruments—was adapted for a large-scale audience in the Arena tent. Christopher and Robert will also highlight the challenges and solutions they encountered while pushing the boundaries of concert sound design.
With sound examples from the performance and reflections on the future of immersive concerts, this session is perfect for sound engineers, music students, and anyone curious about how technology can elevate live performances. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from two innovators in immersive audio.

Speakers

Robert Borg

Immersive Live Sound Engineer, Sonic College

Live sound engineer specializing in immersive live music.I'm a fourth-year student at Sonic College. I interned at VEGA this spring, working with their 9.1.6 immersive venue and their Atmos studio. I also consulted on the immersive Heilung concert at this year's Roskilde Festival.Currently... Read More →

Christopher Juul

Thursday November 21, 2024 11:30 - 12:30 CET
1.15 - Studentsbar Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

New Concert Formats, Intermediate

11:30 CET

Case Study: 'Families Like Ours' - a Collaboration in Sonic Storytelling

Thursday November 21, 2024 11:30 - 12:30 CET

0.40 - Cinema

Join sound designer Peter Storm With and film editor Anne Østerud as they take you on a journey in the making of the sound design for “Families Like Ours,” a 2024 series, directed by Thomas Vinterberg, which had its world premiere at the Venice Biennale 2024.
Set in Denmark, in a not-too-distant future. The rising water levels can no longer be ignored and the country needs to be evacuated.
The entire Danish population is turned into homeless refugees.

We embark on the journey from the start of an idea in the picture edit to the finished work on the mixing stage.
A collaborative talk about how scenes evolve through sonic storytelling.
Peter and Anne will showcase examples of how it all started and how it came together in the end—from initial ideas that began with a simple sound to scenes that were completely transformed.

Speakers

Peter Storm Wich

tretoner

Peter Storm Wich graduated from the National Film School of Denmark in 2021. Some of his work includes, Dark Horse (2024), Dansegarderoben (2023), Rainbow (2021) and Shorta (2020) which won a Danish Robert award in 2021 for best sound (with sound supervisor Morten Green).He is also... Read More →

Anne Østerud

Anne Østerud graduated as an editor from the National Film School of Denmark in 1995. Some of her work includes Another Round (2020) The Hunt (2012),The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (2009) and the Pusher trilogy (1996, 2004, 2005)She has worked with directors such as Thomas Vinterberg... Read More →

Partners

Nordisk Film Fonden

Thursday November 21, 2024 11:30 - 12:30 CET
0.40 - Cinema Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Sound for Film & TV

13:30 CET

Gender Equality in Music: Insights from the First Industry-Wide Report

Thursday November 21, 2024 13:30 - 14:30 CET

3.27 - Adamson

The music industry has long been marked by a skewed gender distribution. For the first time, the Partnership for Sustainable Development in Music, alongside 47 organizations and companies, has released a comprehensive report shedding light on gender distribution across various roles and responsibilities in the music sector. The results show good intentions, but a long way to go. In this presentation, we will explore the key statistics on gender representation and discuss the challenges that industry stakeholders face in promoting equality. Join us to learn about the report's key findings and the steps that can be taken to foster gender equity in the music industry.

Speakers

Amanda Viuf Hammerich

Chief Sustainability Consultant, Koda

Partners

DPA

KODA

Musiklivets Partnerskab for Bæredygtig Udvikling

Thursday November 21, 2024 13:30 - 14:30 CET
3.27 - Adamson

Diversity in Audio

13:30 CET

Spatial Audio: Acoustics

Thursday November 21, 2024 13:30 - 14:30 CET

3.39 - Audiokinetic

Simulating acoustics within a game isn't a novel concept, but recent advancements and refinements in this technology have significantly enhanced its accessibility. Let’s do a quick overview of what’s possible with todays game audio technology and dive into concepts like Rooms/Portals, Geometry Transmission/Diffraction and Early Reflections.

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 →

Thursday November 21, 2024 13:30 - 14:30 CET
3.39 - Audiokinetic Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Game Audio, Expert

13:30 CET

Spatial audio rendering in the vehicle environment

Thursday November 21, 2024 13:30 - 14:30 CET

3.09 - Conferences room

Dive into the challenges and opportunities of bringing immersive audio experiences into the confined space of a vehicle. This talk will highlight some of the challenges with reproducing spatial audio in the vehicle environment and discuss strategies to overcome those challenges.

Thursday November 21, 2024 13:30 - 14:30 CET
3.09 - Conferences room Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Interactive Audio

13:30 CET

Breaking Barriers: The Future of Immersive Concert Experiences

Thursday November 21, 2024 13:30 - 14:30 CET

1.15 - Studentsbar

Join Lars Tirsbæk (Sonic College), Greg Price (Metallica), and Lars Liliengren (Roskilde Festival) in a dynamic discussion on the challenges and opportunities in adopting new concert formats like immersive and 360-degree shows.

This session will delve into the reasons why these innovative formats aren't yet the industry norm and explore the gatekeepers and barriers that need to be addressed for widespread adoption. Learn about the technical, logistical, and creative hurdles, and discover strategies for convincing industry stakeholders to embrace these cutting-edge concert experiences.

Together, we’ll explore how to push the boundaries of live sound and stage production to create a truly immersive future for concerts.

Moderators

Lars Tirsbæk

Head of Sonic Days, Sonic College

With expertise in Dolby Atmos and immersive sound, Lars Tirsbæk leads the way in teaching studio production at Sonic College. His innovative approach combines the best of both studio and live sound, focusing on efficient workflows, technical tools, and the creative process. Additionally... Read More →

Speakers

Lars Liliengren

Head of Production, Roskilde Festival

Head of Production for Roskilde Festival since 2014. Main focus in my job is optimizing the audience experience.

Greg Price

Owner, Martini Music

Thursday November 21, 2024 13:30 - 14:30 CET
1.15 - Studentsbar Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

New Concert Formats

13:30 CET

Debat: AI in Podcasting: Exploring Opportunities and Challenges

Thursday November 21, 2024 13:30 - 14:30 CET

3.21 - Shure & L-Acoustics

As AI technology becomes more sophisticated, the podcasting landscape is changing. This session will dive into the role of AI in enhancing storytelling, automating production, and shaping listener experiences. Moderated by Finn Markwardt, the discussion will address the practical applications and ethical considerations of integrating AI into podcast production, offering insights into both the current uses and future potential of AI in the industry.

Speakers

Tim Hinman

Founder, Third Ear Productions

Marcel Mirzaei-Fard

Johanne Hesseldahl Larsen

Oskar Lemke

Lyd Bjørn

Kurt Martinez

Finn Markwardt

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

Thursday November 21, 2024 13:30 - 14:30 CET
3.21 - Shure & L-Acoustics Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Podcast

13:30 CET

Music histories curated within heritage settings

Thursday November 21, 2024 13:30 - 14:30 CET

4.40 - Conference Room

Speakers

Marion Leonard

Thursday November 21, 2024 13:30 - 14:30 CET
4.40 - Conference Room Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Sound in Museums, Academic

14:00 CET

10 Ways to Improve Your Listening Room Acoustics

Thursday November 21, 2024 14:00 - 15:00 CET

3.05 Recording Studio

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 →

Thursday November 21, 2024 14:00 - 15:00 CET
3.05 Recording Studio Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Audio Technology, Beginner

15:00 CET

Mixhalo - Cracking the latency code for Immersive, real-time audio experience

Thursday November 21, 2024 15:00 - 16:00 CET

3.21 - Shure & L-Acoustics

Speakers

Ian Caballero

L-Acoustics

Application Engineer, L-Acoustics L-ISA

Sponsors

Shure & L-Acoustics

Shure & L-Acoustics bliver på Sonic Days repræsenteret af den danske distributør, Matrix Sales.I vores dedikerede lokale kan du opleve det nyeste inden for professionelle trådløse mikrofon-systemer og immersive sound.

Thursday November 21, 2024 15:00 - 16:00 CET
3.21 - Shure & L-Acoustics Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

New Concert Formats

15:00 CET

Debate: Sound in Museums

Thursday November 21, 2024 15:00 - 16:00 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 →

Jonas Kirkegaard

Lecturer & Internship coordinator, Sonic College

Jacob Kreutzfeldt

Centerleder, Struer Museum

Marion Leonard

Thursday November 21, 2024 15:00 - 16:00 CET
4.40 - Conference Room Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Sound in Museums

15:30 CET

Inclusion in Action: Advancing Diversity in Danish Music and Media

Thursday November 21, 2024 15:30 - 16:30 CET

3.40 - Neumann

This panel discussion will explore the state of diversity and inclusion within Denmark's music and media industries. The conversation will focus on the progress being made, the ongoing challenges, and the initiatives that are shaping a more inclusive future. By addressing key areas for improvement and sharing practical solutions, the panel aims to inspire both industry professionals and emerging talents to take action toward greater equity in the creative sectors.

Speakers

Marie Kildebæk

Amanda Viuf Hammerich

Chief Sustainability Consultant, Koda

Stine Kinck

Susi Castelo

Partners

DPA

KODA

Thursday November 21, 2024 15:30 - 16:30 CET
3.40 - Neumann Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Diversity in Audio

15:30 CET

Using Sound to Tell Stories

Thursday November 21, 2024 15:30 - 16:30 CET

1.15 - Studentsbar

Speakers

Tim Hinman

Founder, Third Ear Productions

Thursday November 21, 2024 15:30 - 16:30 CET
1.15 - Studentsbar Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Podcast

16:00 CET

Exploring Immersive Sound: The Data Drop Case Study

Thursday November 21, 2024 16:00 - 17:00 CET

3.05 Recording Studio

Join immersive audio expert Eric Horstmann as he presents a deep dive into his work on Data Drop, an album currently being considered for Grammy nominations in several categories, including Best Immersive Album. In this session, Eric will showcase the intricate mixing process behind the project, offering insights into how Dolby Atmos and immersive audio elevate the listening experience across formats—from full Atmos to traditional stereo and headphones.

Speakers

Eric Horstman

Genelec & Immersive Lab

I'm a specialist in 3D audio application. Having overseen the installation of the first German Dolby Atmos mixing stage back in 2012 and since then mixed extensively in this format.I'm also running an own immersive music production studio in Berlin called "Immersive Lab" where we... Read More →

Thursday November 21, 2024 16:00 - 17:00 CET
3.05 Recording Studio Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Immersive Music, Intermediate

16:00 CET

Time and space : challenges and successes

Thursday November 21, 2024 16:00 - 17:00 CET

3.27 - Adamson

Immersive is the new holy grail, in everything from entertainment to broadcast, from gaming to communication, from lighting to video. The audio industry has been in turmoil for over a decade. A revolution is underway, with new approaches to producing and transmitting sound in a wider field than stereo.

Spatial audio is all about time and distance. However, is time a good mate?
Localization versus creativity, distances and rhythms, binaural rendering to arena size show, what are the limitations of scalability? During this session, we will open discussions on the new challenges that artists and sound engineers face when preparing and producing an immersive show.

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 →

Thursday November 21, 2024 16:00 - 17:00 CET
3.27 - Adamson

New Concert Formats, Intermediate

16:30 CET

Breaking Barriers: The Future of Diversity in Audio on a Global Scale

Thursday November 21, 2024 16:30 - 17:30 CET

3.40 - Neumann

Join an enlightening discussion with international leaders in audio as we explore the state of diversity and inclusion in the industry. Moderated by John Krivit, this panel will feature distinguished experts like Dr. Stacy L. Smith, Dr. Leslie Gaston-Bird, Marcela Rada, and Dr. Marion Leonard. Together, they will discuss current challenges, successful initiatives, and the next steps toward creating a more inclusive global audio industry.
This session is ideal for professionals seeking to foster diversity in their organizations, as well as students and educators committed to supporting a more inclusive future in audio.

Moderators

John Krivit

Hey Audio Student

Speakers

Stacy L. Smith

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 →

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 →

Marion Leonard

Partners

DPA

KODA

Thursday November 21, 2024 16:30 - 17:30 CET
3.40 - Neumann Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Diversity in Audio

16:30 CET

The Art of Cinematic Sound with Craig Henighan

Thursday November 21, 2024 16:30 - 17:30 CET

0.40 - Cinema

Join Craig Henighan, an award-winning sound designer behind iconic projects like Stranger Things and Roma, in an insightful conversation moderated by Danish sound designer Peter Albrechtsen. In this session, Craig will share his creative process and the innovative techniques that have earned him both critical acclaim and industry recognition. Expect to dive deep into his use of spatial audio, sound design, and how he brings immersive sonic environments to life in film and television.
Through specific examples from his body of work, the discussion will explore the challenges and breakthroughs involved in crafting the soundscapes for some of the most influential cinematic experiences of recent years. Whether you are a sound professional or a film enthusiast, this is a rare opportunity to gain a behind-the-scenes look at the art of cinematic sound from one of the best in the field.

Moderators

Peter Albrechtsen

Sound Designer & Music Supervisor, Lydrummet

Speakers

Craig Henighan

Partners

Nordisk Film Fonden

Thursday November 21, 2024 16:30 - 17:30 CET
0.40 - Cinema Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Sound for Film & TV

17:00 CET

Game Audio Playthrough

Thursday November 21, 2024 17:00 - 18:00 CET

3.39 - Audiokinetic

In this event, the audio people behind a featured game will showcase their work while playing through the game live. The audience are free to ask questions, and gain exclusive insights into the creative and technical processes that bring a game’s soundscape to life, and discover the pivotal role audio plays in game development

Speakers

Daniel Nielsen

Sound Artist, Game Audio Denmark

I'm here to spread the gospel of Game Audio Denmark 🙏Find me in our sponsor room or in the hallways and tell me your favorite audio-joke!

Thea Hundebøl

Junior Audio Designer, Crytek

Talk to me about sound design and how to create a great community for game audio people!I'm a representative from Game Audio Denmark.Vice Chairman of the Board of Game Audio DenmarkI work for Crytek as a Junior Audio designer, where I work full time on the game "Hunt: Showdown". I've... Read More →

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 →

Thursday November 21, 2024 17:00 - 18:00 CET
3.39 - Audiokinetic Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Game Audio

17:00 CET

Auditory Displays for Remote Road Vehicle Operations - An Overview

Thursday November 21, 2024 17:00 - 18:00 CET

3.09 - Conferences room

There are many technical and practical challenges that need to be solved to ensure efficient and safe automation of road vehicles such as cars and trucks. Remote operation, which allows a human operator to support and even drive an automated vehicle from a distance, has been proposed as a solution to some of these challenges. In this session, we will give an overview of the field of remote operation as such and deep dive into the use of sound as a potential improvement to the current predominantly visual remote operator interfaces. We will try to answer what types of sounds and auditory displays will be helpful for the operator, how these should be designed and how they might be integrated into the operator interface. Furthermore, we will give examples of studies that show that when designed properly, auditory displays can have measurable positive effects such as lowered cognitive load, improved speed regulation performance and increased situational awareness.

Speakers

Pontus Larsson

Human factors specialist / Sound designer, Ictech AB

Thursday November 21, 2024 17:00 - 18:00 CET
3.09 - Conferences room Universitetsparken 2, Kolding, Danmark

Interactive Audio

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