Episode Description

In this episode of the NCMEA Podcast, host Howie Ledford sits down with Professor Scott Wynne and Professor Liz May from Appalachian State University to discuss the upcoming Peak Summit.

The PEAK Summit (Professionals and Educators Audio K(C)onference) is a unique event hosted by App State in collaboration with the Carolina section of the Audio Engineering Society (AES). Designed specifically for audio industry professionals and educators, the conference offers advanced, vertical training, in-depth signal-flow analysis, and hands-on workshops—including DIY gear-building sessions such as assembling microphone boosters and tube amplifiers.

The guests highlight the schedule, the extensive list of high-profile industry sponsors (such as API, Solid State Logic, Shure, and DPA), and the event's educational value, including the availability of Continuing Education Unit (CEU) credits for educators.

• Dates: July 23rd – July 26th

• Location: Appalachian State University (Hayes School of Music), Boone, North Carolina

• Pass Options: All-access passes or individual day passes for Friday and Saturday.

For more information, schedule details, and registration, visit the official page mentioned in the episode:

music.appstate.edu/peaksummit