Author ORCID Identifier

https://orcid.org/0009-0002-0151-396X

Semester

Spring

Date of Graduation

2026

Document Type

Dissertation

Degree Type

DMA

College

College of Creative Arts

Department

School of Music

Committee Chair

Robert Sears

Committee Member

Mark Micchelli

Committee Member

Kylie Vo

Committee Member

Hakeem Bilal

Abstract

During the COVID-19 pandemic, musicians worldwide were suddenly unable to rehearse and perform for live audiences. This, however, did not stop people from finding ways to continue making music and perform. The idea of a virtual ensemble was not new, but it was a mystery to many. The author’s own virtual ensemble, Cinematic Brass, is one of the many groups that found continued success in producing virtual ensemble projects post-pandemic. This research aims to demystify the process, helping beginners take their first steps towards high-quality virtual ensemble audio recordings. Included are equipment recommendations, examples of file organization and communication, recording techniques, and a step-by-step guide for mixing audio specifically for the piece Virtual Chorale, which was written for this project.

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