Name: Workshop Series #4: Live Event Day
Start: 2025-09-21T12:00:00-07:00
End: 2025-09-21T16:00:00-07:00
Location: Suavecito Pomade

Join us for the 4th and Final Workshop Series Event, which is a live event with a performance, DJ, and vendors. FREE & open to the public!
About this Event

Are you ready for the ultimate live event experience?

Join us for the grand finale of the Stanford Sound and Stage Workshop Series! This isn't just a class, it's a real live event that is taking place at Suavecito Headquarters in Santa Ana, CA. You'll get hands-on experience running sound for a live band and a DJ, plus enjoy some vendors and a food truck.

You'll learn what it takes to manage a pro stage, from mixing the Front of House (FOH) and monitor mixes, to tackling the logistical "ins and outs" of a real-world gig. We'll show you how to keep the music going no matter what, and get it sounding great from start to finish.

This workshop is open to beginners of all ages, and we especially encourage participants from our previous workshops to join and practice all the skills they've learned this year!

Special Guest DJ: DJ Blesmo!

Live Performance by: The Offtrax

Ready to be a part of the class?

RSVP to this event is required if you want to participate in the hands-on workshop.
Space is limited, and we are prioritizing our previous students.

Just want to attend the show?

YOU DO NOT NEED TO RSVP TO ATTEND AS A MEMBER OF THE AUDIENCE!
The event is open to the public, so everyone is welcome to enjoy the music, vendors, and food.

Key Topics for the Hands-on Workshop

Mixing for a Live Band: Get hands-on experience mixing Front of House (FOH) for a real band.
Monitor Mixes: Discover how to create and manage monitor mixes so performers can hear themselves clearly.
PA System Optimization: Master strategic speaker placement, subwoofer integration, and the use of crossovers for a professional sound.
On-the-Fly Troubleshooting: Learn quick fixes for common problems like feedback, signal loss, and distorted audio.
Audio Processing Essentials: Apply key concepts like EQ, Limiting, and Effects on a digital mixer to shape your sound.
DJ Setups & Integrations: Understand how to seamlessly integrate a DJ's equipment into a live PA system.

These free workshops are designed to empower our local community. We are placing an emphasis on registering teens of high school age within Santa Ana as well as local Santa Ana residents of all ages.

Santa Ana residents must have a Santa Ana city address and can reserve their spot by RSVPing on this page.

If you are waitlisted, we'll let you know as soon as possible if a spot becomes available.

This program is sponsored by the City of Santa Ana's Investing in the Artist Grant and Suavecito Pomade.

*Anyone under 18 must be acompanied by a Parent/Guardian.

*This page will close within 72 hours of the event day or once we hit capacity. Contact us on our website for more information if the RSVP option is closed.

*All participants agree to be filmed, photographed, video/audio recorded by Stanford Sound and Stage for purposes of promoting and reporting results of this workshope series. You further agree to allow Stanford Sound and Stage, The City of Santa Ana (and its affiliates), and Suavecito, Inc. to use your image for promotional purposes indefinitely.

ABOUT US:

Stanford Sound and Stage, launched in 2023, has deep roots in the local music scene, extending back to the mid-2000s and 2010s. Our YouTube channel, Kilson Street, established in 2013, showcased our commitment to collaborating with local artists, promoting their music through video and live recordings, and producing community events.

Building on this foundation, we founded Stanford Sound and Stage to broaden our reach and offer professional live sound, stage, and lighting services to a wider audience. While our business has grown, we remain dedicated to our Santa Ana community.

We actively support local initiatives, partnering with community driven events such as the the Downtown Saturday Art Walk, Tardeada at Libromobile, and the Annual DTSA Tamal Festival. Additionally, we have committed ourselves to providing free classes at Suavecito Headquarters, educating aspiring sound engineers and DJs about the industry and career opportunities.

Our success is a testament to the unwavering support of our community, friends, and family. As we move forward, our goal is to expand our reach, offering exceptional services that foster a sense of community and connection.