Hi! I'm Rody Lafrance (you could call me 'Rudy' as well), a passionate solo guitarist, producer, and audio engineer based in Miami, Florida. I have a strong background in live musical performance and sound reinforcement. My love for music and sound has driven me to work on diverse projects, from weddings, corporate events, and private gatherings to live shows to student concerts and recordings. I enjoy collaborating with others, continuously honing my skills, and contributing to the music community. Whether it’s performing, composing, mixing, or producing music, I bring dedication and enthusiasm to every project I undertake. Let’s create something amazing together!

Rody Lafrance

Hi! I'm Rody Lafrance (you could call me 'Rudy' as well), a passionate solo guitarist, producer, and audio engineer based in Miami, Florida. I have a strong background in live musical performance and sound reinforcement. My love for music and sound has driven me to work on diverse projects, from weddings, corporate events, and private gatherings to live shows to student concerts and recordings. I enjoy collaborating with others, continuously honing my skills, and contributing to the music community. Whether it’s performing, composing, mixing, or producing music, I bring dedication and enthusiasm to every project I undertake. Let’s create something amazing together!

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Hi! I’m Rody Lafrance (you could call me ‘Rudy’ as well), a passionate solo guitarist, producer, and audio engineer based in Miami, Florida. I have a strong background in live musical performance and sound reinforcement. My love for music and sound has driven me to work on diverse projects, from weddings, corporate events, and private gatherings to live shows to student concerts and recordings.

I enjoy collaborating with others, continuously honing my skills, and contributing to the music community. Whether it’s performing, composing, mixing, or producing music, I bring dedication and enthusiasm to every project I undertake. Let’s create something amazing together!

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Work Experience

Solo Fingerstyle Guitarist at Rudy Lafrance Music
January 1, 2024 - Present
Performed as a solo fingerstyle guitarist for weddings, private events, corporate events, birthdays, conferences, live shows, and stadiums. Managed bookings and provided consultation on pricing.
Stage Hand/Asst Audio Engineer at Aragon Artists
May 31, 2023 - July 10, 2025
Assisted A1 and A2 with sound tasks at a wedding event. Managed basic line level connections and helped mix sound in front of house.
GrammyU Member at The Recording Academy
May 31, 2023 - July 10, 2025
Explored various opportunities as a student member and mentee.
Studio Manager at Florida Atlantic University
May 31, 2023 - July 10, 2025
Assisted Commercial Music faculty in the upkeep and functionality of studios. Reported violations and conflicts, and acted as the first line of communication for students using studios.
Recording Engineer/Mixing Engineer/Producer at Florida Atlantic University
May 31, 2023 - July 10, 2025
Recorded, composed, mixed and produced music projects including 'Slip Away' by BTRiZ featured in CompOWLation, Vol. 7 EP through Hoot/Wisdom Recordings.
Recording Services Engineer at Florida Atlantic University
May 31, 2023 - July 10, 2025
Recorded and edited concerts for the Music Department archives. Responsibilities included recording concerts start to finish, normalizing audio for quality, and uploading recordings to Google Drive.
Guitarist at Florida Atlantic University
May 31, 2023 - July 10, 2025
Recorded and performed guitar for student recording assignments and concerts including Jazz Orchestra, Jazz Guitar Ensemble, Commercial Music Ensemble, and Hoot/Wisdom.
Audio Engineer at Florida Atlantic University
May 31, 2023 - July 10, 2025
Assisted in managing and setting up stage monitors, microphones, and cable management for concerts. Mixed live sound front-of-house using Behringer X32 and S32 consoles.
Audio Engineer at West Broward High School
April 30, 2023 - July 10, 2025
Provided live sound reinforcement for a high school musical play, mixing 20 wireless microphones, ensuring sync between digital snake box and mixing board, and routing inputs/outputs.
Stage Tech/Assistant Live Sound Engineer at Guitars Over Guns
April 30, 2023 - July 10, 2025
Managed line in quarter inch cables, navigated students on stage, and set up speakers, instruments, and mixing consoles at a student showcase.
Mixing Engineer at Florida Atlantic University
October 31, 2022 - July 10, 2025
Mixed live sound for the Hootapalooza Concert across various bands using an iPad.
Music Producer at Beatclub
October 31, 2022 - July 10, 2025
Created and orchestrated a Latin Trap Sample Pack including guitar loops, drum loops, one shots, and synth loops for other producers to use.
Stage Tech at North Beach Bandshell
June 30, 2022 - July 10, 2025
Stage hand duties including setting up and ensuring microphone connectivity, distance, and placement during live performances.
Volunteer Staff at GroundUp Music
May 31, 2022 - July 10, 2025
Provided volunteer support for events and staff activities over multiple years.

Education

Bachelor's degree at Florida Atlantic University
January 1, 2020 - May 31, 2023
Associate of Science - AS at Miami Dade College
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2019
High School Diploma at North Miami Beach Senior High School
August 1, 2013 - June 30, 2017

Qualifications

GrammyU Member
January 1, 2023 - May 31, 2023
Jack Kent Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship Semi-finalist
January 22, 2019 - December 31, 2019
American Dream Scholar
August 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Social Venture Partners Scholar
August 7, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Jerry and Devon Love Endowed Commercial Music Recipient
March 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Evercore Commercial Music Leadership Recipient
March 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization
    paper Starlyte Sound - These Moments & To Cherish (Hip-Hop, Classical, Romantic Piano)

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    I’ve had six tracks approved by Starlyte Sound, a music publishing and licensing company specializing in instrumental music. Furthermore, Starlyte Sound is also known for their quality control and high standards. Although the tracks I’ve submitted to Starlyte are exclusive, this is to showcase that I can easily adhere to high standards, high quality, and professionalism. Furthermore, the submission process to Starlyte Sound involved sending other deliverables such as stings, bumpers, 30-sec alternates, 60-sec alternates, and narratives.