The Art of Listening: A Guide for Aspiring Audio Engineers
The Art of Listening: A Guide for Aspiring Audio Engineers –
Presented by Professors Jeff Wolpert & Denis Martin
This special AES event is designed for students and anyone eager to build a strong foundation in audio. Join us for an insightful and practical session hosted by Jeff Wolpert, with contributions from Denis Martin, as we explore one of the most essential skills for audio professionals: learning how to listen.
This session goes beyond simply hearing—it focuses on the active development of your auditory perception. Together, we’ll explore key approaches to understanding and analyzing sound, all crucial to your growth as a future audio professional.
Tuesday April 29 2025
Time:
6:30 – Pizza + Networking
7:15 – Presentations
8:15 – Break
9:15 – Wrap up
Where:
Room 330 – University of Toronto
Edward Johnson Building
80 Queens Park,
Toronto, ON M5S 2C5, Canada
About the Event
Admission is FREE to attend
What You’ll Explore:
Critical Listening:
This core skill encompasses several important dimensions:
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Musical Listening: Develop your ear for musical nuance, arrangement, and the emotional impact of sound—essential for creative audio work.
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Listening for the Room: Learn to assess acoustic environments and how they influence sound propagation and recording.
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Listening for Timbre: Train your ear to distinguish the unique sonic characteristics of different instruments and sources—vital for mixing and sound design.
Technical Listening
Understand how technical parameters relate to what you hear, bridging theory and practice.
Learn how to objectively analyze audio, identify flaws, and appreciate sonic excellence—a cornerstone of professional audio engineering.
Professors Jeff Wolpert and Denis Martin will offer practical strategies and guidance for developing your listening skills over time, with a focus on the learning process itself. Whether you’re just beginning or refining your craft, this is a rare chance to gain insight from two seasoned professionals.
A must-attend for any student serious about a future in audio.
We highly encourage all student AES members to attend!
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