Live Sound Staging

Marshall Bissett found his way into the music industry by way of the British theater scene. With the dream of working backstage in theater, Marshall transformed that dream into a successful career in concert touring starting in the 1970s. Having the music industry setting a priority of selling more seats and more dates as compared to theater, Marshall found that the advancements in technology far surpassed that of the theater industry. Working alongside acts like Pink Floyd, the Rolling Stones, Paul McCartney and Wings, and Bob Dylan, Marshall takes his experience with him as he c

Sylvia Cunliffe was working for the City of Los Angeles when she created and produced a series of large public events that brought music to millions over the years.  The Los Angeles Street Scene and Country Scene were among her most notable events, which provided over a dozen stages that showcased big name artists to un-knowns who performed everything from jazz and rock to country and classical.  The success of her events paved the way for many other similar events, all of which offered the latest in audio and staging gear.

Randy "Baja" Fletcher was a well respected production manager of live events who won the 2010 Parnelli Life Time Achievement Award for his dedication to the industry.  His long and passionate career included work with ZZ Top, Randy Travis and the entire touring career of Brooks & Dunn!  Baja's creativity and innovative spirit inspired many within the industry as he pushed the envelope regarding staging, lighting, sound and shipping.  In addition, Baja is credited for several innovations within the industry regarding load-in all the way to wiring boards and speakers. He died af

Mark Frink has been providing well respected and well attended sessions within the Tec Tracks programs during the Anaheim NAMM Shows for several years.  His background in audio engineering and touring has given him the ideal background to relate to those seeking to improve their skills on the road and in the studio.  Among Mark’s major concert tours, for which he provided sound engineering, were the Gypsy Kings in 1991, Tony Bennett in 1994 and Joni Mitchell in 2000.

Walter “HYPE” Hall is a respected live sound production manager whose career reflects a lifelong dedication to music and the technical artistry behind the stage. Introduced to music in the fourth grade through the trumpet, HYPE performed throughout his school years and into college, crediting influential teachers, church ensembles, and local bands for shaping his early musical foundation. His professional path expanded when he began interning at his uncle’s studio, gaining hands-on experience with sound reinforcement, backline support, and instrument maintenance.

Les Harrison is the president of Hollywood Sound Systems in Hollywood, California.  The company provides sound system and designs both to purchase and to rent and has been an innovator in the field since 1960.  The company has provided systems for recording studios, the film industry and for television as well as live events.  Along the way, Les became a collector and an expert on microphones.  His knowledge and collection have been used for several movies and TV programs over the years and a who’s who of musicians!  His passion and love for the industry may be the only things tha

Dan Melson was born into a show-business family. He worked as the assistant electrician for the Local 33 Stage Technicians Union for roughly 35 years. Over the years, Dan worked on hundreds of rock shows, basketball and hockey games, circuses, conventions shows, and much more.  And has he seen changes to the industry and gear?  Dan remembers a place that had gas lights for the stage, although he really isnt that old! 

Yvan Miron is from a long line of craftsman, a family trade that he traces back to the mid-1600s. Born in Quebec, Yvan started playing guitar when he headed off to college and after he finished his studies he traveled extensively, crediting this experience as one of the key factors that help him create the best stage experience throughout the world with his company, Stageline. Miron continues to push the boundaries for setting industry standards as well as creating innovative stage concepts with Stageline. Yvan was honored at the 2019 NAMM Show with a Parnelli Visionary Award for

Bobby Thrasher has his roots in fabrication and was able to merry that talent into a career in music by accepting a position as a stage hand managing hydraulics with Emerson, Lake & Palmer. Using that tour as a launching point, Bobby continued to excel within the industry eventually working on tours with Bruce Springsteen, Simon and Garfunkel, and Billy Joel. Bobby was awarded the Parnelli Lifetime Achievement award at the 2018 NAMM Show in Anaheim. During his 2018 NAMM interview, Bobby discussed the changes and innovations in stage design and fabrication over the years.