Ep. 61: Do I Need To Go To School For Recording? with Matt Holmes

We’re wrapping up an incredible first season of Secrets from the Scene with a question many aspiring audio engineers face:Do you really need to go to school for recording?This week, I’m joined by Matt Holmes, a seasoned instructor at Hennepin Tech, to break it all down. We explore the pros and cons of pursuing formal audio education and dig into these key topics:🎧 Structured Learning: Why having a curriculum might accelerate your growth.🤝 Networking Opportunities: The connections you make at school can shape your career.🎛️ Access to Pro Gear: How schools give you hands-on experience with top-tier equipment.💰 Cost of Tuition vs. Self-Teaching: Is YouTube University enough, or should you invest in formal training?🔍 Lifelong Learning: Why curiosity and adaptability are essential to thrive in this ever-changing industry.This episode is a special one—it also marks our 1-year podcast anniversary and the Season 1 finale! We’re so grateful for your support and can’t wait to come back stronger in 2025 for Season 2.If you’ve been on the fence about audio school or wondering how to make the most of your education, you won’t want to miss this episode.Episode Links and Mentions🌐 Wild Sound RecordingConnect with the Guest:🔗 Matt Holmes Email🔗 Hennepin Technical College - Audio ProductionGet new episodes by email: Join the Secrets From The Scene newsletter.Secrets From The Scene is made by Helvig Productions, a Twin Cities recording studio for artists and bands.