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Sound and Music for the Theatre, Second Edition: The Art and Technique of Design

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This book takes you through the basics of how to analize theatre from a sound perspective. It gives examples of system diagrams, run sheets, a sound plot, and includes a glossary of terms. Very insightful for the beginning sound designer!

Kaye and LeBrecht's book is a great introduction to the world of professional sound design for theatre. I am an experienced sound engineer and system designer, but was interested in learning the working procedures, protocol, and terminology that my colleagues in the theatre world are all used to. I got that plus some business advise for the independent contractor.

It is a quick inspirational read, especially if you skip over most of the out-dated sections on audio technology and sound systems. I will hold onto this book, though, as a reference for things like sound cue plot diagrams.

-Nathan
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A great introduction to the world of sound design for the theatre. Not only does it have a chapter on the history and evolution of sound design but it also has a chapter on experiences of sound designers - on how they deal with their work. The excerpts of designers' ideas and comments on a particular concept was very enriching. Add to that, it's an easy-to-read book. Being a sound designer myself, I could say I could relate a lot to their experiences. I highly recommend this book to theatre students taking up sound (design) courses or who wish to try their hands on the field. I personally learned a lot from this book and I have to say this is a valuable investment.