Live Show Mixing 101

CenterStaging Senior Technician

Tristan Calder is a Senior Technician at CenterStaging, L.A.'s premiere rehearsal and backline facility, specializing in production and tech support for television and live performances. Known for their state-of-the-art rehearsal studios, extensive range of musical instruments, and industry veteran technicians, CenterStaging’s backline gear is used on practically every major television show, as well as numerous tours, concerts, live events, and festivals. Their legendary client base includes generational artists that have truly shaped the industry through the years, as well as productions such as the GRAMMY® Awards, Academy Awards, Billboard Music Awards, American Music Awards, Academy of Country Music Awards, and more.

FOH Engineer Freelance

Los Angeles based FOH and recording engineer. Touring resume includes Angel Olsen, Andrew Bird, Big Thief, The Linda Lindas, Slint, Best Coast, No Age.

Production Manager The Love Song Bar

Serving as the current Production Manager for The Love Song Bar, Joe is known for his top-tier hospitality and end-to-end care for each and every show. Experienced in many styles of sounds, Joe creates the perfect sonic setting for the space’s intimate clutches- from hosting Kamasi Washington, DJ Swisha, St. Panther, Hannibal Burress, RAP Ferreria, and many more.