Playback for Drummers: The Essentials (Workshop)
About this Event
Learn audio playback and musical direction techniques from industry professionals Theo Williams-Burchell & Connor Griffiths.
This practical, beginner-friendly workshop will break down how playback works in a live environment - from simple backing-track setups to professional multi-output systems.
You’ll learn about:
• Building & mixing backing tracks
• Ableton Live & playback basics
• Running tracks from an SPD-SX / SPD-SX PRO
• Click tracks, cues & count-ins
• Routing tracks to FOH & in-ear monitors
• Choosing the right equipment for your budget
• Musical direction & communicating with artists
• Real-world playback rigs, troubleshooting & hands-on demonstrations
Whether you’re someone who’s never used playback before, or looking to level up your live sets ups, this workshop hopes to demystify the confusion around playback for you and your career.
📅 Thursday 24th September
📍 Groove Garden Studios
⏰ 6–8pm
🎟️ £7
🅿️ FREE Parking
Ages 16+
*Under 16s must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
GBP 7.00
