Description
Beyond Sound is a must-read for anyone who loves music technology and wants to build a career in this competitive, fast-paced world. Author Scott L. Phillips draws on his seventeen-year career as a technology trainer and educator, and his extensive network of music technology professionals, to present an intimate view of the exciting world of music technology. The book offers an in-depth consideration of music technology education, including looks at specific programs and a clear explanation of different types of degrees. Moreover, it provides practical guidance on career preparation, including how to get a great internship, how to land that first job, and how to make connections and move up in a variety of businesses from recording to television and film to video games. And Phillips brings stories from successful professionals, who share their experiences, advice, and suggestions.
Table of Contents
AcknowledgementsIntroductionChapter 1: The Professional Music TechnologistChapter 2: Preparing to Be a Music TechnologistChapter 3: Studying to Be a Music TechnologistChapter 4: Starting Your Career as a Music TechnologistChapter 5: Music Technologists in the Recording StudioChapter 6: Music Technologists in Live SoundChapter 7: Music Technologists in Film and TelevisionChapter 8: Music Technologists in Digital MediaChapter 9: Music Technologists in Sales and SupportChapter 10: Music Technologists in EducationChapter 11: ConclusionAppendix A: College Programs by SchoolAppendix B: College Programs by StateAppendix C: Graduate Programs by SchoolIndex
