WCA #512 with Dr. Mary Mazurek – Classical Recording, Mentoring, Microphone Techniques for Live Performances, Evolution of Audio Technology, and Moving to Canada

In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt Boudreau talks with Grammy-nominated recording engineer and educator Dr. Mary Mazurek about her work in classical music recording and her approach to teaching and mentoring. In This Episode, We Discuss: Grammy-nominated projects Challenges of recording classical music Microphone techniques for live performances Managing acoustics in different environments Mentoring young engineers Practical learning in audio Evolution of audio technology Moving to Canada Summers in Chicago Matt’s Rant: The most important thing is what comes out of the speakers! Links and Show Notes: Dr. Mary Mazurek's Faculty Profile Mary Mazurek's previous WCA episode #253 Credits: Guest: Dr. Mary Mazurek Host: Matt Boudreau Engineer: Matt Boudreau Producer: Matt Boudreau Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell

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The Working Class Audio Podcast pulls back the curtain on the professional recording world. Host and audio engineer Matt Boudreau talks with guests from music, film, games, restoration, and beyond—diving into their real-world journeys. No fluff, just honest conversations about the wins, losses, money, collaboration, and survival strategies that define a career in audio. It's recording life from a working class perspective.