The Yamaha Guide To Sound Systems For Worship is written to assist in the design, purchase, and operation of a sound system. It provides the basic information on sound systems that is most needed by ministers, members of boards of trustees and worship and music committees, interested members of congregations, and even employees of musical instrument dealers that sell sound systems. To be of the greatest value to all, it is written to be both nondenominational and "non-brand-name."

This hands-on guide to setting up the sound system is an indispensable tool for teachers, jazz ensemble and showchoir directors, sound technicians, student teachers and interns, wanna-be sound engineers and anyone else. How to place the equipment and get the group started using the sound system are all part of this practical guide to sound reinforcement. Nothing fancy. Just good, practical advice with lots of pictures and diagrams.

Starting with the basics and progressing through the details of advanced lighting design, this guide covers everything from lighting metrics (the measurement of light) to the classic approach to lighting and the all-important jewel lighting method commonly used where video is an important aspect of the production. It also addresses the study of aesthetics of lighting, including the use of diffusion and a detailed analysis of color theory and how it applies to lighting design. 160 p.

This book starts out with a brief explanation of why and how MIDI works. It includes information on how to link keyboards, sequencers, drum machines and computers into powerful MIDI systems. Discusses every message in the MIDI language from a musical as well as technical point of view. Includes more than 100 detailed illustrations and diagrams showing the finer points of how to use MIDI equipment to its fullest.

So, you've finally decided that now is the time to go and get that computer you've always wanted or felt that you needed and you want to get started making music with it. You also got that copy of Sonar or Logic Audio that your good friend, who's been doing this for years, suggested you buy but one look at the 1 1/2 inch manual and you just can't bring yourself to sit down and learn how to use the program. MIDI for the Technophobe will help you understand what everything is from a system exclusive message to nudging your music a couple of ticks back into time with the rest of your piece. This fabulous book will take you bit by bit through MIDI and synchronization, samplers and the basics of synthesis. Plus there's also information on soundcards and a section on mixers monitors and effects.

Without a doubt, this is the most important, up-to-date and informative book on technology for music teachers that we have seen yet! This is a must-have book for anyone looking for appropriate and worthwhile ways to integrate technology into the music classroom. No matter what your experience in the high-tech world, we're sure that you will benefit from reading this superb book. Novices will find clear, easy-to-follow material on the basics of hardware, software and tech jargon. After the basics, you'll find a wealth of advice on how to make the technology work for you in the classroom and with your performance groups. Clear teaching strategies will allow you to apply technology to each of the National Standards as developed by MENC. You'll find descriptions of many of the software programs available, how to incorporate them into your program, how to purchase hardware, and even information on electronic bulletin boards, online services and the internet! This second edition also includes a companion CD-ROM with student assignments, projects, lesson plans, and links to web sites that offer free software, demo programs, and up-to-date technical information. In a few short years technology will be an integral part of every music program in the country, and this is the book you need to make sure you're ready for the future!