Sound and Music for the Theatre, 4th Edition

ISBN 9781138023437; Paperback398 Pages Sound and Music for the Theatre, 4th EditionThe Art & Technique of DesignBy Deena Kaye, James LeBrecht Book DescriptionCovering every phase of a theatrical production, this fourth edition of Sound and Music for the Theatre traces the process of sound design from initial concept through implementation in actual performances.The book discusses the early evolution of sound design and how it supports the play, from researching sources for music and effects, to negotiating a contract. It shows you how to organize the construction of the sound design elements, how the designer functions in a rehearsal, and how to set up and train an operator to run sound equipment. This instructive information is interspersed with ‘war stores’ describing real-life problems with solutions that you can apply in your own work, whether you’re a sound designer, composer, or sound operator.Table of ContentsContentsForeword by Peter Sellars　　　　　　　Preface to the First Editi