NOT GRUMPY!! NOT JADED!! DRUGS/SMOKE FREE No alcohol on the job, but very limited even after the show. I love every aspect of making music and I love helping others make music. I have over 30 years experience, BUT MOST OF ALL, I'm a musician and I have a great EAR. My hallmark is that I have the EAR, skills and experience to MAKE IT HAPPEN!
Sure, I can push the buttons and slide the faders on just about every console out on tour, but it's knowing what each of those adjustments adds to the mix that makes a difference.
I have great compliments from each show I work. They love my mix, my volume levels, my demeanor, my technical skills, and my professional attitude. I am the Tour Manager and FoH for a well-known 90s country artist. It is critical these days to be sure the promoters and venues have a great experience with the Artist and the team. As TM, I am responsible for a major part of that experience. My track record is excellent in that we get regular reviews of how great the whole day has been; the load-in, the setup, the interaction with the crew, the ease of sound check, great mix of the show, and very easy to work with. THIS IS VERY IMPORTANT! With so many artists competing for gigs, it's very important to be professional, courteous, and easy to work with; THAT IS WHERE I SHINE
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Keith is one of the hardest workers you will ever meet! He truly has 'the Golden Ear' when it comes to mixing - whether it be a house concert, a trio or packed arena! Keith is punctual, doesn't smoke/drink, completely drug free and is dependable, courteous and gets the job done. He also understands the meaning of being 'a good hang' on the bus! Totally professional and a great guy to work with.
Interview with Keith Syler
Q: What are you working on at the moment?
A: Rebuilding a home and adding a studio
Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?
A: Beck Priest - Unbelievably talented Keyboardist/Pianist and Vocalist
Q: Analog or digital and why?
A: Both Analog - If you have the ear, analog is so good, especially for critical listening Digital - The quality is now really good at 96 Hz and the ability to use cues, scenes, and shows is a huge time saver and show saver.
Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?
A: Your vocals are going to be properly heard, not covered up by drums or loud guitars. Every instrument will be heard and mixed appropriately. I will discuss with you what you expect for the flow and sound of each song.
Q: What do you like most about your job?
A: Making music and making friends
Q: What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?
A: When are you available? I have been blessed with a great ear and have studied many aspects of sound and music. I have a great reputation for great mixes and great shows. People love to come hear my shows. I look at my schedule and see what's available
Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?
A: Anybody can push buttons and slide faders, you just have to have some equipment
Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?
A: What are your expectations of me? What do you want the audience to experience? What can I do to make your stress level low and allow you to be free to make your best music?
Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?
A: A lot of people have skills. A lot of people have experience. Find someone that also has THE EAR, loves to make music, and loves to make friends
Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?
A: Assuming musical gear: Guitar, cajon, U-bass, recorder, solar charger
Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?
A: I started in computer programming/accounting, then spent several years in retail management. I went back to college and focused on IT networking, then shifted to owning a music production company. All the while still leading worship and performing. I have been mixing professionally for 32 years
Q: How would you describe your style?
A: I am very laid back and easy going, but at the same time, deeply focused on bringing out the full complement of vocals and instruments in the right volume levels and blend that is appropriate for the venue
Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?
A: Vince Gill - I share his belief that the bass is the most important instrument on the stage. Vince has a deep mastery of songwriting, musicianship, and love of the song. He is one of my all-time inspirations of understanding The Song and the gift of music
Q: Can you share one music production tip?
A: Understand PROPER GAIN STRUCTURE!!!!! Please!
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: Country and Americana
Q: What's your strongest skill?
A: My ability to listen to a song and "feel" what's happening. I have a great ear. I have relative(absolute) pitch. I can hear changes in chords and melodies almost before they happen(hard to explain in words)
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: A great ear, and deep understanding of the instruments and vocals
Q: What's your typical work process?
A: I work on songs from the lyrics side first, with a loose music focus. Then as the lyrics gel the music gets more focused and detailed
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: I am currently focused on live sound while I rebuild an 1813 brick mansion. The studio gear is in storage for the most part, with a few preamps and interfaces for single tracking song ideas
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: Vince Gill, Carl Jackson, Tommy Emmanuel, Suzy Boggus, Doug Crider, Bill Schnee
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: Tour managing and Live Sound mixing, including setup of production equipment, tuning system for venue and coordinating Day schedules
- Live SoundContact for pricing
- Mixing EngineerContact for pricing
- Acoustic GuitarAverage price - $70 per song
- Singer - MaleAverage price - $70 per song
Live Sound - Deposit to reserve date - Balance due at completion of setup
Live Mixing only - Payment due day of show
Singer/Acoustic - Payment due day of show
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