THE BLACKBIRD ACADEMY - PROFESSIONAL SCHOOL OF AUDIO
Learn Studio & Live Sound Engineering
There is a need for a new model in audio education which gives students access to true working professionals and hands-on experience using a world-class collection of gear in facilities designed for one purpose: making excellent music! The Blackbird Academy addresses these needs by providing a mentor-based program where students are taught by a unique cast of professional instructors and award-win
06/15/2026
There's no substitute for getting your hands on the gear. From drum tuning to mic placement, Blackbird Academy students learn by doing with world-class equipment from brands such as DPA, preparing them for the realities of professional studios.
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A guest session with 2x Grammy Award winner Jacquire King at The Blackbird Academy, sharing what it really takes to make records at the highest level.
“In the end, you’re pulling something out of thin air… and what matters most is communication, building trust, and supporting the artist’s vision.”
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Problem solving is at the heart of live sound. Tessa Wallace built her foundation at Blackbird Academy and now works as a monitor engineer for Larry Fleet. By exploring every role in live audio, she found her place behind the console.
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06/02/2026
Learn studio engineering hands-on in the same rooms and on the same gear behind countless records. From live tracking and overdubs to mixing sessions and real-world studio workflow, The Blackbird Academy is built to immerse you in the process from day one.
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Time is running out! Applications for our July classes close by tomorrow, June 1st.
From Blackbird Academy student to assistant engineer at Addiction Sound Studios, JD Halstead shares what made the experience different:
“You’re in the rooms with real music being made, learning hands-on from engineers doing it the right way. It gives you a real jumpstart stepping into this career.”
Ready to take the next step toward a career in audio?
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05/27/2026
A glimpse at the gear Blackbird Academy students train on at Studio I, where every patch and piece is part of the learning process on the same level as real-world sessions. When Studio A is booked, Studio I is included as a dedicated edit space, proof that at Blackbird, the line between learning and working gear stays intentionally blurred.
From the earliest days of cylinder recording to today’s modern consoles, The Blackbird Academy’s Studio Program gives students hands-on access to the full evolution of studio engineering.
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Come with Multi GRAMMY-winning engineer and Live program Instructor Ernie Gonzales as he takes the Live classes from The Blackbird Academy behind the curtains of the Grand Ole Opry, the stage every country artist dreams of standing on.
Today, they’re learning the systems that support the show. Tomorrow, they may be supporting the artists who step into that circle.
Comment below to learn more about The Blackbird Academy. Time is running out to enroll in the July class.
⏰ Time is running out! ⏰
Applications for the July classes close June 1st. Comment below and we’ll send you everything you need to know about joining The Blackbird Academy.
Your path into professional audio starts with hands-on experience in real recording studios, alongside engineers and mentors actively working in the industry.
Are you ready to start your career in audio? Time is running out! Enrollment for the July class closes June 1st. Reserve your spot now!
Blackbird Academy alumni David Shivers, now an engineer at Addiction Sound Studios, talks about the opportunity that helped launch his career in Nashville.
“The six-month program at The Blackbird Academy was one of the best opportunities put in front of me when I got to Nashville. If you’re considering it, do it.”
Reserve your spot now and take the next step toward your career in audio engineering.
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