I am in a performing group. We have a CD running minus tracks with live vocals. Our main venue has been in gymnasiums, and we use the mics and sound sytem available on site. When our vocals get pumping, we lose the music. Would a mixer solve this problem? I can't put a lot of money into this as we are a volunteer group.

Second question-- Can you explain exactly, in dummy language I plug into the mixer? Do I need an outlet for each mic on the mixer and also an outlet for CD player? Then-- Can I plug the mixer into the wall to use the PA system speakers?

Thanks for helping a newbie, I am trying to learn!

Jessica