The Orange Coast College Music Department is presenting “Finding Your Frequency: Simone Torres Talks Vocal Production and Engineering” as part of its Coast Musical Encounters series on Wednesday, March 19 at 7:30 p.m. in Music Recital Hall (Music 102).
Simone Torres, a Diamond, Grammy-nominated, Latin Grammy-honored engineer, vocal producer, and artist, will be the guest artist for the evening. Honored as one of the Leading Ladies of Entertainment by the Latin Recording Academy in 2023, Torres brings a wealth of experience and insight from her work with prominent artists such as Dua Lipa, Becky G, Cardi B, and the Backstreet Boys.
Attendees can look forward to valuable insights into the art of vocal production, engineering, and the creative process, along with an engaging Q&A Session and reception where they can interact directly with Torres
“We are thrilled to have Simone Torres as our guest artist for Coast Musical Encounters,” says OCC Music Instructor Kelly Self. “Her engaging and approachable energy will resonate with guests, and her dedication to creating inclusive spaces and opportunities for young women and individuals in music makes her presentation particularly powerful and inspiring.”
Coast Musical Encounters is a series that invites master teachers and working musicians to inspire the next generation of musicians. The series rotates between different aspects of careers in music, ensuring a diverse and enriching experience for our audience.
The event is open to the public, and admission is free. A reception to follow. Free parking is available in Lot C near the Robert B. Moore Theatre.
The next Coast Musical Encounters event will be held on Wednesday, April 16 at 7:30pm in the Music Recital Hall (MUS 102) with internationally recognized composer Saunder Choi. Saunder’s presentation will be titled “Dealing with Dissonance: A Portfolio of Advocacy in Music.”