We used a few different programs to do the digital recording, to show the different ways it can be done. First, we used PowerTracks Pro Audio, the $29 program that was featured in last month's meeting. It allows you to record into a track, along with any MIDI song. We recorded my voice on one track, then recorded my voice again on another track as if it was talking back to the other track. So I was carrying on a conversation with myself. You can also record yourself singing in 4-part harmony by recording yourself on different tracks over and over. The program also comes with lots of goodies for playing around with the WAV files generated from the digital recording. You can add Reverb, Echo, Chorus, and much more.

We also showed off Digital Orchestrator Pro, which runs about $200. It records a little cleaner and faster, and remains in synch with any accompanying MIDI better. The down side is that it costs a little more money. We were able to demo the program, but not save our recordings. You can also record using Windows Recorder, but it has many limitations and I wouldn't recommend it for anything serious.

At the May meeting we will have a special treat, where Mel Sutter is bringing his player piano to show off. We will not meet during June, July, and August. Come join the fun at the Harmon Foundation, 2901 S. Harvard, on the third Tuesday of each month at 7:00 PM (except the summer months).

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