Sonic Days 2024

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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.

Join us for a unique behind-the-scenes experience as ROYA, together with immersive audio consultant Robert Borg and sound designer Tobias Jakobsen, crafts an immersive audio experience for the evening concert. This open sound check gives you the chance to witness how various elements of the music are positioned around the room to create a deep and enveloping soundscape. Feel free to ask questions in this informal setting and gain insights into how the immersive sound world is brought to life.

Join us for an unforgettable live performance by the Aarhus-based pop duo ROYA in our immersive sound-equipped "Student Bar." Featuring former Sonic College student Sebastian Igens and vocalist Line Gade, ROYA has rapidly risen to international acclaim, captivating audiences worldwide with their powerful blend of electronic pop and heartfelt lyrics. With millions of streams, a dedicated fan base, and viral hits like "Cruise" and "Ain’t Just A Game," ROYA is well on their way to stardom.
For Sonic Days, ROYA will be collaborating closely with our immersive sound team to deliver an unparalleled concert experience that showcases their innovative soundscapes and Sebastian’s expertise in sound design. This setup brings their music to life in a 3D sonic environment, allowing the audience to feel every beat, melody, and vocal nuance.
Don’t miss this chance to experience ROYA’s unique, atmospheric sound live and witness the immersive power of modern audio technology.

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. (The talk will be in danish.) 

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.

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.