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Keeping your students engaged in lecture can be difficult at the best of times. Poorly created videos can be distracting and may cause student learning to suffer. When students view your videos, they are engaging in a passive learning experience. During a lecture video, you may ask them to pause and jot down ideas or notes, but doing so is up to them—you can’t see whether or not they do as you requested. You also can’t see confusion, enjoyment, or frustration in their faces. As such, what your students hear needs to be polished and complete to help keep them engaged. Below are helpful standards and options for creating engaging videos.
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Break lectures into topical segments of approximately 7–12 minutes; not to exceed 15 minutes. This allows students to digest every part of the lesson, quickly revisit what they may not have understood, and it provides a meaningful place to pause if they need to return to the lesson later. This can also be invaluable if you need to update a video later. It’s much easier to re-record 10 minutes than 50 minutes! Don’t be afraid to create multiple videos for a single topic—perhaps your topic breaks into four 15-minute videos very nicely, or maybe it’s more like five or six 10-minute videos.
Great sounding audio makes a big difference in the quality of a lecture video. It’s difficult to listen to even a short audio clip when the sound quality is bad. There are many things to consider before recording a lecture, all at low cost or free as lendable technology through the @One’s Lendable Technology program.
The first microphone is the one you probably already have: your mobile device or a laptop. All modern mobile devices and most laptops come with a built-in mic. Built-in mics are usually not great, but they are not bad. They can get the job done under the right environmental conditions.
A built-in microphone will get the job done, but it’s better if you can control the environmental noise when you are recording. The best option is to set up an environment that mimics a soundproof booth. Here are some tips on how to soundproof your office or home space. The idea here is simple: maximize your voice and minimize all environmental sounds that your microphone can pick up. This is how you control the environmental conditions to maximize the quality of your recording. As such, you’re doing two things at the same time:
An Internet search for “mini recording booth” shows several sites with DIY plans or optional purchases. The cost of a DIY “booth” can be under $50.
It’s important to note that the term USB defines the connector, not the microphone. What you’re buying is a higher quality microphone that easily plugs directly into your computer via the USB port.
USB microphones were made specifically for the type of work you’re doing at a very reasonable cost. Really good USB microphones sell for well under $100.
The unidirectional mic alone is a great improvement in sound quality. Unidirectional Microphones are microphones that only pick up sound from a specific side or direction of the microphone. Thus, if you are speaking into a unidirectional microphone, you must speak into the correct side in order to get good quality on the recording.
If you’re buying a new USB microphone for recording, make sure the device is unidirectional, or has the option of unidirectional recording.
As with poor audio quality, when video content is disorganized, meandering, and incomplete, it is very difficult to watch and retain information. Reading from a script works well for voice-over-PowerPoint videos, and writing your script in advance will provide you with the opportunity to edit your lecture for clear and concise content before recording. Reading from your edited script will also help keep the “uhhs” and empty silence to a minimum.
A side benefit of reading from a pre-written script is you now have an alternative format to provide to students that may have a different learning style, as well as a quick and easy way to caption the video. Whether you are captioning your own videos or requesting captioning services, having an accurate script will save time and money.
There are a number of options that are supported at the University for recording lectures or on-screen content. Click the links below to explore the different options.
You may have longer videos that you’d like to pare down for easier consumption (such as lecture videos that were recorded during the pandemic). Here are a few steps to follow when editing your videos:
When editing, try not to go overboard with special effects and transitions. This can reduce engagement or they can become barriers to learning when people focus on the effect and stop paying attention to the content. A few effects can be helpful, but there’s a limit when it becomes too much.
Take engagement further and create an Interactive Video Quiz with Kaltura. Interactive video quizzing allows you to embed questions at any point in a video. These questions are attached to the video and “travel” with it in any of your WebCampus courses. As students watch the video quiz, the questions will appear at the chosen points. Quizzes can be graded, when paired with a Canvas Assignment, and grades are automatically recorded in the gradebook.
Video can be a great way to convey information quickly and effectively to many people, but keep in mind that it’s not a preferred learning method for some. Varying instructional approaches and activities help, and so can things like including a transcript and captions. Here are some tips to help your video content work well for the largest audience possible:

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Sound Particles has released a new Spatial Music bundle of plugins to accompany their 6FX bundle, featuring all the same plugins except for the Doppler.
Read all the latest gear news here.
The bundle contains the company’s Density, Space Controller Studio, Brightness Panner, Energy Panner, and Air | Music Edition plugins.
If you’re not working in immersive formats, fear not, because the bundle has tools for those working in stereo as well.
Density is a great plugin for adding width, depth, and space to your audio sources which due to its three modes, suits the budding, intermediate, and advanced audio engineers alike. This plugin adds spatialisation to the mix in both subtle and intense ways with a visualiser, so you know exactly how you’re affecting the source material. We previously reviewed Density here.
Space Controller Studio is a nifty tool to pan sounds in surround and immersive by simply connecting your mobile device to a DAW, and using it as a movement reader to pan the sounds to where you’re pointing.
Brightness Panner is committed to change the way you use sound in space by spreading sound around you. This plugin makes panning incredibly easy and streamlined by applying movement to your sounds using brightness analysis.
Energy Panner uses the intensity of a sound to control its movement. From traditional stereo to immersive, this plugin enables artists to add dynamic depth to their panning techniques without any effort or additional routing.
Air | Music Edition allows users to quickly and realistically simulate the distance and depth of close-miked sources in any mix. Basically simulating the effect of air dampening.
“We decided to create a bundle specifically for our music production audience so it’s easier for them to transition into the immersive world,” says founder and CEO of Sound Particles Nuno Fonseca. 
“Whether they’re working with stereo or spatial, the results are incredible. We believe this pack of plugins will empower their music to another level.”
The Spatial Music Bundle is available now at a discounted introductory rate of 20% off until November 21.
Head to Sound Particles for more information.

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The Just Dance games are going on a journey to Runeterra as a new collaboration between Arcane and Just Dance has been announced.
Just Dance is a series of movement games in which the player follows a glowing neon example to dance along to classic and contemporary songs. The long-running franchise recently announced an upcoming collaboration with Arcane, the animated adaptation of League of Legends’ story that released on Netflix in 2021.
The official Just Dance Twitter account posted a picture of one of the game’s signature neon instructors dressed up as a replica of Jinx from the Arcane series. The instructor stands on top of a Zaunite rooftop, where Jinx and Vi reunite in Arcane’s second act before Vi is kidnapped by the Fireflies gang. The teaser was clearly signaling the inclusion of some of Arcane’s acclaimed soundtrack for fans to dance along to.
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This isn’t League of Legends’ first crossover with the Just Dance series, with songs from fictional pop band K/D/A making appearances in previous Just Dance games. The most likely candidate to be included in Just Dance 2023 Edition is Arcane’s theme song “Enemy” made by repeated Riot Games collaborators Imagine Dragons. Fans seem to be ecstatic to see Arcane’s soundtrack making its way to the Just Dance series, with plenty more songs from the series being proposed as additions.
Riot Games’ music production is lauded by fans as some of the best in the gaming industry, prompting jokes that Riot Games is a music company that makes video games to promote their music. Now things have gone full circle, with music created to promote one video game making its way into an actual music game for fans to dance along to.
Riot and Ubisoft have not yet officially announced which Arcane songs will be available in Just Dance 2023, but fans can probably expect the Imagine Dragons title theme as well as a song or two from the series’ soundtrack, given the high-profile artists who collaborated on it.

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TAMPA, FL — Unlike other 24-hour gateway cities, Tampa has always flown very quietly and confidently under the radar.
Its understated and simple approach to life gives it an authenticity that residents say distinguishes it from other great cities. But, with a growing reputation as a culinary hotspot, world-class shopping, a collection of highly regarded museums, energetic nightlife and national-winning sports teams including Stanley Cup- and the Super Bowl-winning teams, Tampa’s time has come — and with it comes its first 5-Star hotel.
Cementing the city’s coming of age, and its position as a gateway to southern Florida is the unveiling of Water Street Tampa’s EDITION Hotel, the latest addition to the $3.5 billion urban mixed-use development expansion project led by Strategic Property Partners, a partnership between Cascade Investment LLC and Tampa Bay Lightning owner Jeff Vinik, which is transforming an underused waterfront into a vibrant community.
The crown jewel of Water Street Tampa deserved a royal opening celebration that featured a performance by global icon Lenny Kravitz on Oct. 22.
“Not often have I had the opportunity to work on a project that will completely transform the very center and heartbeat of a great city like Tampa, and make it even greater,” said Ian Schrager, the visionary pioneer of the boutique hotel concept and the EDITION creator. “I call it urban expansion, rather than urban renewal, and it serves as a model for how cities will transform and evolve in the future. The scale of it is mind-boggling and we’re very happy to be right here and a part of it.”
Reminiscent of Stockholm and other very livable European and Scandinavian harbor cities that offer metropolitan city with living by the sea, when complete, the Water Street Tampa neighborhood will double the footprint of downtown Tampa.
Unfolding more than 9 million square feet, the neighborhood is built around wellness, connectivity, walkability and sustainability, placing its residents in the heart of a balanced urban experience, and offering waterfront views, publicly accessible green space, first-rate dining and shopping, cultural attractions, entertainment venues, residences and offices.
“Water Street Tampa includes new hotels, retail, dining, workplace and residential offerings at a scale that has the potential to make Tampa a 24-hour international gateway city for all of central and southern Florida, one of the fastest-growing states in the country,” Schrager said.
At the heart of this transformative project, The Tampa EDITION sets a new standard as the city’s first 5-star experience, offering the sophistication and an original design that the EDITION brand is known for.
Designed, conceived and programmed by ISC Design Studio, in partnership with Morris Adjmi Architects, Nichols Architects, Bonetti Kozerski Architects and Roman and Williams, the hotel remains firmly rooted in the EDITION brand’s refined simplicity and style. Spread over 26 stories, there are 172 rooms and 38 private residences, a rooftop terrace with a pool, expansive spa and wellness facility, fitness center, and seven bars and restaurants including a signature offering from Michelin-starred chef John Fraser.
“The hotel seamlessly blends the energy of a major metropolitan city with a warm-weather resort sensibility,” Schrager said. “The design is simple and pure. There isn’t anything superfluous or gratuitous, nor a wasted gesture.”
From the outside, The Tampa EDITION is a striking addition to the Water Street Tampa neighborhood, its combination of industrial elements, art deco-inspired curves and lush greenery blending into the neighborhood’s organic ethos. Defined by a vertical tower that houses the residences, with wrap-around balconies that update the traditional idea of a Florida room, an outdoor garden in the sky, the building is anchored by the lower nine floors, which comprise the hotel’s guest rooms and public spaces.
Accessible from Channelside Drive, the hotel’s main entrance at 500 Channelside Drive with its softly curved bougainvillea-covered canopy, leads to an open-flow lobby with soaring 20-foot-high ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows that bring natural light onto the elegant interiors anchored by a dramatic white marble sculptural staircase.
Here, a mixture of open-pore travertine, walnut wood and a jungle of live greenery comes together in the Lobby Bar to create a warm, natural backdrop for striking features such as a large-scale stainless steel Anish Kapoor-inspired lilac orb art piece, a custom-designed travertine pool table and intimately grouped furniture — from Christian Liaigre reading lights to Jean-Michel Frank-style chairs — that sit atop champagne-colored rugs. The Lobby Bar serves elevated classic cocktails with a Mediterranean twist, along with shareable small plates.
Flanking this space is a scalloped American Black Walnut bar with cognac leather stools, which then flows into Lilac, the signature fine dining Mediterranean restaurant helmed by Michelin-starred chef and California native John Fraser. Open from Tuesday to Saturday, the dining room’s walnut flooring and the warm glow from the pendant globes create a convivial space focused around an eight-seat Christian Liaigre chef’s counter in sandblasted walnut and an open kitchen.
Taking its cues from Fraser’s Greek heritage, the cuisine at Lilac highlights locally sourced and seasonal ingredients showcasing unique flavors and techniques through an Eastern Mediterranean lens. Guests receive a prix fixe menu, beginning with hors d’oeuvres to share followed by three courses of their choice. Signature dishes include locally sourced grouper cooked in a cataplana, short rib cooked on a rotisserie and herbed pasta with a soft egg and sherry-braised chanterelle mushrooms.
“It is always an honor to collaborate with the EDITION. We share a similar culture and are both keen on offering modern luxury and high quality,” Fraser said. “Ian Schrager is a genius at providing the stage and setting the spirit and tone. We are grateful to him and the hotel’s ownership for continuously investing in the best. Through great hospitality, architecture and design, we strive for our guests to feel as if they have arrived at a sanctuary where they never have to leave. We look forward to being a part of Ian’s vision through our food and beverage offerings — with something for everyone during all parts of the day.”
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“John Fraser has created signature restaurants for us at the West Hollywood EDITION and the Times Square EDITION — both of which are amazingly successful,” Schrager said. “Recognized as one of the best chefs in the world, his health and wellbeing-focused cooking style is appropriate not just for Florida’s climate, but it also fits into Water Street’s wellness principles. This is a great opportunity to bring a world-class, internationally recognized Michelin star chef to Tampa.”
Fraser is also behind the concepts of the hotel’s other food and beverage outlets, including Market at EDITION. Located on the opposite side of the lobby to Lilac, Market at EDITION makes the most of its streetside corner spot with a private garden oasis perfect for alfresco dining on Water Street. Here, the bright and airy all-day dining space features a scalloped white oak and Calcutta marble coffee and pastry bar, which sits adjacent to a casual dining space. Market at EDITION’s menu has an Italian trattoria flair, with fresh pizzas emerging from the open hatch behind the zinc bar, alongside light, healthy, casual and ingredient-driven classics.
The second floor — accessed via the sculptural staircase — introduces a variety of dramatic and distinctive spaces that work together or separately.
Evoking old Hollywood glamour, Punch Room is a cozy, muted space accented with rich jewel-toned shades of emerald and sapphire. Handsome walnut wall paneling creates a European gentleman’s club-like feel that is enhanced by Pierre Chareau alabaster wall sconces, a flickering double-sided fireplace, bright-blue George Smith furniture, Rojo Alicante marble tables and a cognac marble bar backed by a softly lit smoky antique mirror. Ideal for a sedate pre-dinner cocktail or a conversational nightcap, the venue’s unique cocktail menu focuses on the West Indies, highlighting aged spirits, spices, teas and tropical fruits in drinks such as The Black Pearl and The Tampa Punch, alongside elevated bar snacks.
Arts Club combines a trio of spaces that elevate Tampa’s entertainment scene. Visitors can start their evening in the Lounge with a cocktail and some light bites against a backdrop of ebonized wood, black damask velvet sofas, black leather banquettes and a specially commissioned photobooth in black lacquer with a gold interior.
From there, the Verde Antico marble bar noir, with its luminescent yellow velvet stools in the bar area, is the perfect precursor before an evening of entertainment in the finale, Arts Club Cabaret. Featuring an organic undulating ceiling of 350 mirrored balls of various sizes and theatrical ruby red velvet drapery, this Radio City Music Hall-inspired space will play host to a roster of entertainers with spectacular effects.
Also on the second floor and the mezzanine level above is the 250-guest private event space and a series of meeting rooms — including two studios and a boardroom — which all come complete with top technology, including electronically controlled black-out blinds and light-filtering window treatments, retractable walls to accommodate events of all sizes, and an interior design scheme of white oak and travertine details, resulting in a bright, modern and airy offering.
The design of the wellness facility, also on level two, is just as fresh. The reception area with its curved white oak and marble-topped desk and gold leaf accent wall behind is flanked on either side by arches, which lead to an all-white co-ed relaxation area and six treatment rooms. The spa offers a menu of treatments from Biologique Recherche Skinlab facials to the EDITION Signature Massage.
In a first for Tampa, The Rooftop is the place to see and be seen. Located on level nine, just below the residences, the area comprises Azure at EDITION, another restaurant overseen by chef John Fraser, and a sprawling pool club with cabanas for day and night, open to hotel guests and residents only, and accessible either via the restaurant or its own entrance.
Here, swathes of travertine create a neutral backdrop for a trimming of lush landscaping including Japanese blueberry trees and bright pops of purple bougainvillea, which sit atop the five poolside cabanas materializing an outdoor garden in the sky. With 81 sun loungers, resident DJs and a bar, the vibe here is relaxed, the perfect spot to while away a sunny day against Tampa city views.
Open to the public, Azure at EDITION serves a fresh Mediterranean-inspired menu of dishes such as Santorini Tomato Fritters, in an elevated setting anchored by a large white oak and marble racetrack bar and lined with intimate and private banquettes, upholstered in white leather and linen, separated by slatted bleached oak screens.
Finally, sandwiched between the second level and the ninth-floor Rooftop are the 172 guestrooms and suites. Each room is an understated haven with marble bathrooms and a curved American Black Walnut entrance that leads to a light white oak space embellished with photography by the late New York-based fashion and portrait photographer, Rodney Smith, and custom Jean-Michel Frank-inspired furniture alongside the sensuous curves of a white lacquer Cherner Chair.
There are five Garden Terrace rooms on the third floor. The one-bedroom Penthouse with a media room, open-plan living and dining room, pantry and expansive walk-in wardrobe and bathroom is on a light-filled corner of the eighth floor, while each guestroom either looks out onto the city, or has views of the boat-filled Garrison Channel.
“Tampa is a city that’s really coming into its own,” said Schrager. “It’s got a good quality of life and a great food scene. It’s a city in the sun, but it’s not a vacation-only spot. It’s a real living, breathing city and that’s what I think is so special about it.”
Nightly rates start at $479 for a superior king room. Reservations can be made here.

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The field of nutrition is rapidly growing and offers extensive career opportunities for graduates.  At Case Western Reserve University, the Master of Nutrition and Master of Public Health Nutrition programs provide students with comprehensive curriculum options and unique opportunities that prepare professionals for a variety of careers. 
In these programs, students benefit from the connections and resources that only a top-ranked medical school can provide. Students gain hands-on experience with award-winning faculty, benefit from small class sizes and have numerous opportunities to participate in research. 
Members of the CWRU community are invited to meet graduate students in these programs during an “Ask Anything” session today (Nov. 9) from 6 to 7 p.m. via Zoom.
A student panel will share their experiences and answer questions about the program.
The following students will participate in the discussion:
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November 16
Michael Potuck
– Nov. 16th 2022 9:00 am PT

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Astropad Studio has received an update today with a number of handy new features. Headlining the release is Apple Pencil Hover coming to your favorite desktop creative apps through the M2 iPad Pro. There are also new Magic Gestures and 3D sculpting support in Blender and ZBrush.

Astropad Studio 5.2 (and Luna Display 5.2) arrived today with the company detailing everything new in a blog post.
“Our users have been asking for Apple Pencil hover for years, but there wasn’t much we could do without proper iPad support. Now that Apple delivered, we are thrilled to support Pencil hover on the new 2022 iPad Pros!”
Astropad also notes that “Hover was one of the last features that Wacom tablets had that the iPad didn’t. Adding Apple Pencil hover makes the iPad an even better Wacom replacement for digital artists.”
Here’s a look at Apple Pencil Hover support in Blendr on iPad Pro:
Luna Display 5.2 also gets Apple Pencil Hover:
Astropad Studio gets a range of new custom gestures for an even more seamless experience.
Per-app custom gestures: Artists love customizing their workspaces, so we’ve gone a step further with custom gestures per desktop app!
New tap gesture option – Now, you can configure a one-finger tap gesture
Double-tap shortcuts with Apple Pencil: Configure two commands to switch between when double tapping on the side of the Apple Pencil.
“This one’s for all the 3D artists! We’ve added new gestures for panning, zooming, and rotating the 3D canvas.” Astropad Studio also gets 3D shortcuts and custom quick keys for both Blendr and ZBrush.
Astropad highlights that both your iPad and Mac/PC will need to be updated to the latest Astropad Studio release to get all of the features.
Astropad Studio is available to try for free with a 30-day trial then runs $99.99/year. But the company is offering 30% off annual subscriptions with code “FESTIVE” at checkout.
It’s also doing an automatic 30% off for all Luna Display orders.
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Healthy ecosystems are often noisy places: from reefs to grasslands and forests, these are sonically rich thanks to all the species defending territories, finding mates, locating prey, or perhaps enjoying the ability to add to life’s rich chorus.
Recording soundscapes of such places is one way to ensure we don’t forget what a full array of birds, bats, bugs, and more sounds like, and it couldn’t be more important, as the world witnesses a decline in many such kinds of creatures, due to the biodiversity crisis.
So on this episode of the podcast, host Mike G. plays a diverse selection of forest soundscapes from South America and Africa and discusses them with their creator, sound recordist George Vlad, who travels widely and shares the acoustic alchemy of nature via his Youtube channel.
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Research shows that younger generations of people are often unaware of the decline in bird and bug populations, whether visually or sonically, and often therefore think that the current sights and sounds around them are the natural state of landscapes. This ‘ecological forgetfulness’ is called ‘shifting baselines syndrome,’ and one way to subvert it is to record soundscapes.
The episode features recordings from Brazil’s Javari Valley and an African ‘bai’ (a natural clearing in the rainforest).
Join us to explore these sonic landscapes with Vlad and get inspired to find the richness of natural sounds near you.
Here’s related audio from a very popular episode in May 2020 that featured recordings of forest elephants at a bai in Central African Republic:

In 2018 the podcast featured a discussion of soundscape phenology and the emerging role it’s playing in the study of animal behavior and landscape ecology, hear that here:
Listeners interested in soundscapes and bioacoustics can explore more examples here:
• Audio: The sounds of tropical katydids and how they can benefit conservation, 01/22/20
• Audio: How listening to individual gibbons can benefit conservation, 11/26/19
• Audio: What underwater sounds can tell us about Indian Ocean humpback dolphins, 03/19/19
• Audio: The superb mimicry skills of an Australian songbird, 08/21/18
Subscribe to or follow the Mongabay Newscast wherever you get your podcasts, from Apple to Spotify, you can also listen to all episodes here on the Mongabay website or download our free app for Apple and Android devices to gain fingertip access to new shows and all our previous episodes.
Follow Mike Gaworecki on Twitter here: @mikeg2001
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OSU alumnus Scott Hendricks will return for a Q&A session at the Greenwood School of Music on Friday.

OSU alumnus Scott Hendricks will return for a Q&A session at the Greenwood School of Music on Friday.
OSU is no stranger to country music legends. 
On Friday, the Michael and Anne Greenwood School of Music will host OSU alumnus and established music producer Scott Hendricks for a Q&A session. 
Hendricks has produced music for stars such as Restless Heart, Alan Jackson, Brooks & Dunn, Trisha Yearwood, John Michael Montgomery, Faith Hill, Trace Adkins, Dan + Shay and Blake Shelton. 
Hendricks has produced 121 top 10 singles and 78 hit No. 1 as of October. 
Before becoming the executive vice president of A&R for Warner Music Nashville, Hendricks was the CEO and president of the Nashville divisions of Capital Records and Virgin Records.
Hendricks graduated from OSU with a degree in architectural acoustics in 1978. 
Mark Perry, the director of music industry at the GSM, said that Hendricks’ success is something many music industry majors at OSU find encouraging. 
 “As a native of Clinton and an OSU alumnus, Scott Hendricks will serve as an inspiration to my music industry majors, proving that it is possible to earn success in the music industry,” Perry said. 
Hendricks plans to discuss the country music industry as well as answer any other questions the audience would like to ask him. The Q&A is open to all who are interested in learning more about Hendricks, his career and his outlook of the music business. 
“He will share his story but will also address the current state of the music industry, which he knows so well,” Perry said. 
Not only will students have the opportunity to interact with Hendricks at the Q&A session, a select group of music students will meet with Hendricks to share their music with him. 
This opportunity means everything to OSU students who are interested in pursuing a career in music production. 
“I am so excited for Scott to speak to and meet with my students this semester,” Perry said. “He has excelled at being both a music executive and music producer. Astoundingly, at the same time he remains one of the most successful country music producers in history, still producing number one hits.”
The chance to speak with a producer as successful as Hendricks is not one to be passed upon. All majors could learn from Hendricks’ success and the experiences that have led him to such a rewarding career. 
The first session begins at 9 a.m. Friday.
To learn more about pursuing a degree in music production and Michael and Anne Greenwood School of music, visit https://cas.okstate.edu/greenwood_school_of_music/index.html

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Neil Young is refusing to play concert venues that use factory farms, a decision that could seriously jeopardize his ability to tour.
"When I look at the compromise that I would have to make to do that, the things that I don't believe in, that I'd have to endorse, it doesn't turn me on," Young explained during an interview with Canada’s CBC Radio.
Factory farming is a form of industrial livestock production, aimed to maximize product and minimize costs. It has come under harsh scrutiny for practices that many people consider to be cruel to animals, as well as being detrimental to the environment. Though controversial, the practice is nevertheless prevalent, with virtually every major foodservice and catering company receiving at least some of their food supply from a factory farm.
Though Young — a staunch environmentalist and supporter of sustainable family farming — can take measures to make his tour as green as possible, there’s little he can do about a venue’s catering contracts.
"I can deal with the power for the venue, I can make it clean. I can make the P.A. clean, the lights clean, the electricity in the building clean. I can clean up all my vehicles. I've got the right fuel. I can do all of that. But the food — all those places are fed by factory farms," the rocker noted.
"I can't support it," Young continued, admitting he’d want "good food that has to be clean food, sustainably grown, and presented in a sustainable way."
"Unless the venues are clean, and that they work that way, I won't be there," the singer declared.
Young’s last public live concert took place in September 2019, though he has played a spattering of private performances since then. The rocker previously said he was avoiding a return to the road out of caution surrounding the COVID pandemic. “Things have to be under control and going in one direction for a while before I'm going to go out and play," he explained in December 2021.
Now, almost a year later, it appears his concerns over factory farming may continue to keep Young from touring.
"I've seen too much," the Rock & Roll Hall of Famer declared. "I can't do it. I believe in what I believe, and it's grounded in science. I know what's going on in the planet, what caused it, what we're continuing to do, and I cannot support buildings, organizations and companies that will not change that. If they change it, then I can consider going."

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Akash, a city boy who has always been into music and carving out his own place in the electronic music industry with skillful sets and unmatchable music production techniques, is back again to hit the charts.
Akash, from an introverted kid to a well-known electronic music producer, not only in India but around the world has made it to himself and never looked back since day one.
This Jaipur-based artist has been gaining some recognition in the International electronic dance music industry because of his unique style and energetic track compositions. Over the past few months, Akash has been mysteriously working on his upcoming releases with a promise of some fresh and unexplored style of music for his listeners.
This year he is also going to announce a few of his future collaborations with some Indian and International artists.
The city boy has had a busy year working as a ghost producer and constructing his own tracks simultaneously. He started his career in 2016 as a Dj, music producer & audio engineer at EMA Jaipur and has left many Industry pros speechless. He follows a disciplined approach to work and that’s what brought him fame. He’s already spent half his life perfecting his craft which is clearly visible now.
His latest track “Meant To Be” is escalating on the top charts and rising on Spotify with a countless number of plays.
It’s a pure blend of progressive & electro-house music with beautiful breakdown and vocals.
Akash tells us, “ My dedication and commitment helped me achieve some remarkable milestones in the electronic music industry. It’s just the beginning of my career and I’m gearing up to introduce a tonne of high quality soulful music and unimaginable DJ sets in future. My fans can expect to hear more of my trademark sound with all new dance music vibe. The beginning of my journey hasn’t been easy and I didn’t want it to be because what comes easy – goes easy. Never giving up made me sign my first International record label in the year 2020 and there have been many after that.” He then says, “I try to express profound emotion in simple melodies. Each track I produce has a story and somewhere relates to my real life situation. I’m very thankful to my listners, friends & family. I wouldn’t have reached where I am without your love and support.”
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Nov. 17, 2022

11 a.m.

Auburn		Bridgewater

Auburn	Event	Bridgewater
6	Overall Points	2
626	Overall Score	586
6	Jumping Seat Points	2
626	Jumping Seat Score	586

Fences
Rider	Score	Points	Horse	Points	Score	Rider
Baylee Mckeever	76	1	Cartoon	—	65	Ellie Weinreb
Anna Marie Mayes	79	1	Teddy	—	70	Kelsey Quinn
Grace Pearson	78	1	Neto	—	76	Caroline Warren
Hallie Rush	66	—	Encore	1	77	Emily Nuthall
Total	299	3	—	1	288	—

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Rider	Score	Points	Horse	Points	Score	Rider
Lindsey Klein	79	1	Bebe	—	72	Caroline Warren
Samantha Briggs	76	1	Chunky	—	65	Emily Nuthall
Anna Marie Mayes	84	—	Teddy	1	85	Kelsey Quinn
Baylee Mckeever	88	1	Chippy	—	76	Ellie Weinreb
Total	327	3	—	1	298	—

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Oklahoma State		Bridgewater

Oklahoma State	Event	Bridgewater
7	Overall Points	1
620	Overall Score	581
7	Jumping Seat Points	1
620	Jumping Seat Score	581

Fences
Rider	Score	Points	Horse	Points	Score	Rider
Hope King	75	—	Leo	1	76	Caroline Warren
Grace McReynolds	79	1	Belle	—	78	Kelsey Quinn
Sydney North	77	1	Player	—	73	Delaney Broderick
Riley Hogan	80	1	Moon	—	74	Ellie Weinreb
Total	311	3	—	1	301	—

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Rider	Score	Points	Horse	Points	Score	Rider
Ella Reinauer	76	1	Izzo	—	65	Carolien Warren
Hannah Coleman	83	1	Faye	—	72	Delaney Broderick
Elizabeth Carter	75	1	Maverick	—	71	Kelsey Quinn
Mackenzie Carreras	75	1	Hudson	—	72	Ellie Weinreb
Total	309	4	—	—	280	—

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Have you ever considered a career in nightclub security? It can be a very exciting and rewarding field, but it’s not without its challenges. In this article, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about becoming a nightclub security officer. Read on to learn more!
This post originally was posted on Music Industry Jobs.

What Is a Nightclub Security Officer

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A nightclub security officer is responsible for the safety and security of patrons and staff at a nightclub or similar establishment. They may work alone or as part of a team, and their duties may include checking ID, monitoring crowd control, patrolling the premises, and responding to incidents.
Nightclub security officers must be able to remain calm and levelheaded in chaotic situations, and they must have a good working knowledge of emergency procedures. In addition to physical security, they may also be responsible for safeguarding the club’s inventory and cash. Nightclub security officers typically work late nights and weekends, and they may be required to work holidays.

What’s The Difference Between a Nightclub Security Guard and a Bouncer

Nightclub security guards and bouncers both have an important role to play in keeping clubgoers safe. However, there are some key differences between the two positions. For one, nightclub security guards are typically responsible for monitoring the entire club, while bouncers are usually stationed at the door. This means that security guards have a wider area of responsibility and may need to deal with more difficult situations. Additionally, security guards are often unarmed, while bouncers may be armed with tasers or pepper spray. Finally, security guards typically have more formal training than bouncers.
Despite these differences, both nightclub security guards and bouncers are essential for keeping clubs safe and welcoming for all patrons.

Is Being a Bouncer Danger?

Bouncers have one of the most dangerous jobs in the world. They are often required to deal with unruly, drunk, and aggressive people in high-pressure situations. As a result, bouncers are at a high risk of being injured or killed on the job. In fact, a recent study found that bouncers are more than twice as likely as other workers to suffer serious injuries such as concussions and fractures. Despite the dangers, many people choose to become bouncers because of the high pay and the excitement of the job.
If you’re considering becoming a bouncer, it’s important to weigh the risks and rewards carefully before making your decision.

How Big Do You Have To Be To Be a Bouncer?

You might be surprised to learn that there is no one-size-fits-all answer to this question. While some bouncers may be large in stature, others may be smaller but still possess the necessary strength and agility for the job. In general, however, most bouncers are at least six feet tall and have a muscular build. This is because they need to be able to physically control rowdy guests and remove them from the premises if necessary. They also need to be able to move quickly in order to keep up with the fast-paced environment of a busy night club or bar. Of course, being a bouncer also requires more than just physical strength. Bouncers must also be able to think on their feet and stay calm under pressure. They need to have good communication skills in order to diffused potential conflicts, and they need to be able to make quick decisions in order to maintain safety for all guests.

So, while there is no one specific requirement for becoming a bouncer, it is clear that the job does require a certain combination of physical ability, intelligence, and composure.

How Do I Become a Security Guard?

Becoming a security guard can be a great way to start a career in law enforcement or to provide an extra layer of security for your community. There are a few different ways to become a security guard, but the most common route is to complete a training program and obtain a license from the state in which you plan to work. Some states also require security guards to have a background check and to be fingerprinted. Once you have met all of the requirements for your state, you will be able to apply for jobs with security firms or private companies. Many security guards start their careers working at shopping malls or office buildings, but there are opportunities to work in a variety of settings, including hospitals, schools, and government buildings. With the right training and experience, you can begin a rewarding career as a security guard.

Is a License Needed To Do Nightclub Security?

Many people often ask if a license is needed to work in nightclub security. The answer to this question may depend on the state or country in which you reside. Some countries may have specific laws regarding who can work as a security guard in a club setting, while other states may not have any specific laws in place. In general, however, most clubs will require that their security guards have some type of valid identification, such as a driver’s license or passport. Additionally, most clubs will also require that their security guards have some form of training in crowd control and safety procedures. While having a license is not always required to work as a nightclub security guard, it is generally recommended in order to ensure that you are qualified for the job.

Can You Be a Security Guard with a Criminal Record?

The short answer is yes, you can be a security guard with a criminal record. In order to become a security guard, you must first apply for and obtain a security guard license. Part of the application process involves undergoing a background check. However, having a criminal record does not automatically disqualify you from becoming a licensed security guard.
The decision to issue a license is made on a case-by-case basis, taking into account the nature and severity of the offense as well as the length of time that has passed since the conviction. In some cases, applicants with minor offenses may be granted a license, while those with more serious offenses may be denied. As such, it is important to consult with an experienced licensing attorney before applying for a security guard license if you have a criminal record.

Nightclub Security Jobs

If you’re looking for a exciting job with great hours and good pay, then working as nightclub security might be the perfect fit for you. Nightclubs are always looking for responsible people to help keep their patrons safe. As a nightclub security guard, you would be responsible for ensuring that everyone is following the rules and staying safe. You would also need to be on the lookout for any potential problems or fights that might break out. Working as nightclub security can be a great way to meet new people and have a good time while you’re doing it. Plus, you’ll get to enjoy all the fun and excitement of the nightlife scene without having to worry about getting too wild yourself. So if you’re interested in working as nightclub security, be sure to browse night club jobs here.
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Washington Performing Arts brought the 1930s the 40s supper club era back to life with “A Night at Café Society,” recently presented at Bethesda Blues and Jazz. On the menu were an array of talented artists setting the tone for a night of entertainment reminiscent of an era of early integrated clubs in New York. This production was co-curated by Karen Chilton and Murray Horwitz and headed by Eric E. Richardson, supervising producer at Washington Performing Arts. The team recreated a setting like what audiences enjoyed in Greenwich Village or the Upper East Side, where entertainers of all races brought joy to audiences of all races.
“A Night at Café Society” was Washington Performing Arts’ second production taking audiences into the world of Hazel Scott, a phenomenal jazz and classical pianist, singer and activist. She used her platform as an entertainer to advocate for equal justice. Scott was also in the limelight with her marriage to Harlem Baptist minister and U.S. Representative Adam Clayton Powell, Jr.
“We want people to think of Hazel Scott when they think of the women of that era who stood up,” Richardson said. “People instantly think of Billie Holiday, Nina Simone, or Josephine Baker. Hazel stands right there with them, but she’s never given the credit that she’s due.”
Let the Show Begin
The right tone at Bethesda Blues and Jazz was established with comedian and MC Mark Gregory. When asked to host “A Night at Café Society, Gregory did his research.
“It was an honor, and I had a good time. When I saw a video of Scott playing two pianos at once, that was amazing,” said Gregory, nephew of legendary comedian and activist Dick Gregory. “These people would not have been in this room if it were not for arts and entertainment. That’s what brought us together then and now.”
Coming to the stage was one outstanding talent after another, each one delivering their specialized brand of entertainment. Music director/drummer Chuck Redd led the house band. With Redd were pianist Warren Wolf, bass player Blake Meister, and tenor saxophonist Lyle Link.
 Opening the show with a solo piano number was pianist, composer, vocalist, arranger, producer, conductor, and arts educator. Justin Trawick, a versatile guitarist and vocalist, wearing one of the best-looking hats ever, was a delightful crooner. Trumpeter and composer Etienne Charles played cool jazz sounds for the receptive audience. Anthony “Tony” Walker, another fantastic pianist, also delivered smooth sounds. He is also the music director for Washington Performing Arts Men, Women, and Children of the Gospel Choirs.
What would a club show be without some dancing? That was supplied by tap dancer and actor Baakari Wilder. The smooth, stylish dancer brought thrills to the audience that went back to his Broadway role in the tap musical “Bring In Da Noise, Bring In Da Funk.” Wilder spoke about his approach for “Café Society.”
“From a theatrical level, I’ve been fortunate to have studied with those pioneers who are no longer here,” said Wilder, a DC-area native, local college professor, and tap instructor in suburban Maryland and Virginia.
Ladies Take the Stage
Female vocalists also made their mark during “Café Society.” Nova Y. Payton, one of the top musical theater singer-actors in the metro DC area, sang a stunning rendition of “Strange Fruit.” The familiar song is primarily associated with Billie Holiday, but Payton’s arrangement put her multi-octave range on full display.
“It was a Joseph Joubert arrangement from “3 Mo’ Divas, a show I did in 2008,” Payton said. “He put the song together like an aria, which he called a lament.”
Wrapping up the evening was a powerful vocalist, keyboardist, and composer, Sheléa, who has performed with industry legends Quincy Jones, Stevie Wonder, and David Foster. Opening with the songs “Misty” and “Night and Day,” Sheléa’s voice wowed the audience and kept the theme of the evening in the right place. Things got a little off-track when she asked for audience suggestions. Moving back to where she felt more comfortable, the end of her set ended with an Aretha Franklin tribute.
All-in-all, the audience had a good time reliving the days of a bygone era. The enthusiastic buzz as people left Bethesda Blues and Jazz was about wanting to see the next event that honors the Hazel Scott era.
Learn more about performances at Washington Performing Arts at https://www.washingtonperformingarts.org.
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