August 1 & 2 , 2026, in collaboration with the Asian-American Center of Frederick, Global Z delivered a 2-day Introduction to Audio Production workshop taught by Dr. Jonathan Cresci, Assistant Professor of Sound Recording Technology at Texas A&M University-Kingsville. This free event provided hands-on access to commercial-quality audio production equipment to a diverse group of Frederick County youth. The project places a priority on recruiting from marginalized, at-risk, and ALICE families while encouraging young women to consider a career in audio engineering – a field currently heavily dominated by males. We were incredibly excited that 50% of this year’s participants were female – that is an amazing accomplishment! Our post-event survey confirmed the training we deliver provides an exceptional opportunity that is highly appreciated, valued, and not available by any other means to Frederick youth. Students learned about the science, technologies, and processes of recording music and the treatment of recording spaces. The workshop serves as a springboard, allowing students to apply knowledge to personal projects, seek additional formal education, or seek out entry-level positions in the audio arts field. With sufficient funding, we hope to add more seats to our 2027 workshop!
Suitcase SoundTech Seats Are Filled!
All seats for our 2026 pilot of Suitcase SoundTech have been reserved, and we had a number of folks sign up on our waitlist. We are incredibly excited to see the interest in participating in this annual, 2-day, Introduction to Audio Production workshop! For those who would like to participate next year, keep an eye out for announcements in June and July. Hopefully we can secure the funds needed to purchase additional computers, which would open up opportunities to increase the number of seats for our 2027 session.
2026 Suitcase SoundTech – Sign Up Is Open!
The Global Z Recording Project in partnership with the Asian-American Center of Frederick is hosting a free 2-day Introduction to Audio Engineering workshop for youth ages 14-24. There is limited seating – first come first serve!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054FA4AB28A6FDCE9-64570680-2026
2026 Carroll Creek Unplugged Sponsors
Last Call! Come Play Some Music With Us For Free (donations welcome)
Tickets are just $2.00, or 3 for $5.00! Cash only, please bring small bills.
Must be present to win!
Tick Tock, Tick Tock…
Less Than 4 Weeks To Go – 2026 Carroll Creek Unplugged!
The setlist has been released! Come and join us at The Creek for an evening of music-making and community-building.
https://globalzrecording.org/current-projects/carroll_creek/
Get Ready and Get Registered – the Fun Begins In Less Than 2 Months!
2026 Carroll Creek Unplugged Registration is OPEN!
Registration for community musicians to participate in this year’s Carroll Creek Unplugged is now open!
If you plan to sing or play an acoustic instrument at this year’s fun-filled event, you will need to register either remotely or on-site. Advanced registration has it’s benefits – you will receive a song setlist complete with lyrics and chord charts, AND, you will be eligible to receive a surprise gift at The Creek! Register today and tell your friends!
Frederick 12-To-24 Collaborative
Global Z is proud to be a first-year member of the Frederick 12-To-24 Collaborative. This exciting organization is “a network of stakeholders/nonprofit youth-serving organizations in Frederick County, MD, who have come together with the shared goal of enhancing outcomes for youth and emerging adults between the ages of 12 and 24, and a dedication to creating greater ease and access to services for our young community members.” This is a truly remarkable organization that is doing an amazing job in designing and delivering impactful ways to serve the youth of Frederick County.