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 Co-Chair

Mark Micchelli

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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