Portland's New Livestream Hub

Do you remember our upstairs insert stage, Studio B? Well, thanks to our friend Aaron Nigel Smith, it’s evolved into something far greater. As co-founder and artistic director with 1 World Chorus, he’s harnessed the power of music and telecommunication, and transformed it into a community-based livestream hub. However, producing a series of fun participatory educational programs has only been the half of it. He’s also formed the Portland Livestream Network, which has given local musicians the ability to create high-quality livestream content amid the pandemic. Like Studio B’s original function, Aaron has also made it available for smaller productions. It’s still the perfect place for those tabletop product shoots and interviews!

Since 2009, 1 World Chorus has delivered educational experiences that empower children worldwide with the magic of music. As a non-profit organization, their musical initiatives and award-winning discography provide a much-needed voice for culture and experience. It always brightens our day when we catch a snippet of a live song during the work week.

This summer, they’ll be partnering with the Big Up Show in hosting a free film camp for Portland’s youth. Participants will help produce segments of the show while learning film technique, camera basics, maintenance, and lighting. For more details on registration, see flyer below and visit: https://bigupfilmcamp.org/

As a professional musician, Aaron has spent the last 15 years in the cross-section of music and education. His most recent album, In Our America, made it’s debut at #1 on the Billboard Reggae Charts. Prior to that, his 2012 release, Welcome to the Village, was awarded the Parents’ Choice Award and received praise from People Magazine and USA Today as “one of the best children’s albums of the year”.

Having so much experience in one place has made the Portland Livestream Network into a magnet for creation and collaboration. With top-notch Blackmagic gear, they have everything you’d need to record, sweeten and broadcast your project live on the internet. They also make it flexible, giving you the option of utilizing the in-house technical team, or doing it all yourself. For more information on booking and rates, make sure to check out their website: https://portlandlivestream.com/