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As technology for onstage performance continues to improve and to become more affordable young musicians have the tools to sound better than ever before. ÊYour Sound OnstageÊ discusses sound reinforcement approaches for singer/songwriters vocal ensembles rock/combo bands small jazz ensembles big band/jazz band marching musicians and orchestra all in language aimed at young musicians and their teachers.ÞÞPart I will focus on essential gear with chapters covering microphones mixers instrument amplifiers power amplifiers effects speakers for the stage speaker monitors in-ear monitors wireless equipment accessories and more. Part II shows how to apply the equipment with setups for rock combos acoustic ensembles jazz/big bands choirs chamber groups and more. Chapters will cover miking amplifiers miking acoustic instruments and vocals mixing basic indoor vs. outdoor acoustics mapping the stage making the most of your sound check setting up a monitor mix live recording working with professional sound people and troubleshooting.ÞÞThe included CD-ROM includes mixing soundcheck videos demo software as well as teasers for other ITL titles.ÞÛ Practical well-illustrated examples of how to use your equipmentÞÛ Written for young musicians in a plain style that avoids jargonÞÛ Brings ÊIn Tune MonthlyÊ's proven ability to talk to young musicians in the book marketÞÛ Not limited to rock combos but covers styles ranging from classical to jazz to hip-hop DJ etc.ÞÛ The first of a series of In Tune Books which will be marketed both to schools and to retailers
