Mentor Session: Daniel Silver (Silver Sessions/Immortal Creatures/The Music Lab)

Event ID: PP1150248

Sun, Mar 15, 2026 | 9:00 PM - 10:15 PM

Venue: Tannehill (Downright Austin)

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Summary

Meeting with this mentor is highly recommended if you're interested in Audio/Production (Recording/Mixing/Mastering), Sync/Licensing.

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