The MIDI Manual, Third Edition: A Practical Guide to MIDI in the Project Studio (Book) Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought the book to be used as the text for a college class.Many good MIDI books are out there, but this one is the best from what I've seen.MIDI has not changed much over the last decade however computers have. It is therefore very important to use the newest text on the subject.Written in a straight forward manner, good aspects to MIDI are conveyed.Latest equipment is mentioned, good resource.

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The MIDI Manual is a complete reference on MIDI, written by a well-respected sound engineer and author. This best-selling guide provides a clear explanation of what MIDI is, how to use electronic instruments and an explanation of sequencers and how to use them. You will learn how to set up an efficient MIDI system and how to get the best out of your music.

The MIDI Manual is packed full of useful tips and practical examples on sequencing and mixing techniques. It also covers editors/librarians, working with a score, MIDI in mass media and multimedia and synchronisation. The MIDI spec is set out in detail along with the helpful guidelines on using the implementation chart.

Illustrated throughout with helpful photos and screengrabs, this is the most readable and clear book on MIDI available.

* Complete illustrated guide to the MIDI spec and explanation of the implementation chart
* Practical advice on sampling and sequencing, covering all the major DAWs
* Includes all the latest developments in hardware and software

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Swashbuckling: A Step-by-Step Guide to the Art of Stage Combat and Theatrical Swordplay - Revised and Updated Editi (Limelight) Review

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(More customer reviews)"SWASHBUCKLING" is a well thought out, easy to understand book (lots of clear, step-by-step pictures help). Anyone interested in theatrically-oriented swordplay should buy a copy. As the author of "The Art and Science of Fencing," "The Inner Game of Fencing," "The Encyclopedia of the Sword;" and the editor-in-chief of "Fencers Quarterly Magazine," I recommend this book.

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The ultimate guide to stage fighting technique and basic swordplay, this book covers everything an actor must do to give a dynamic and convincing performance as a stage combatant.

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The Battle of Brazil: Terry Gilliam v. Universal Pictures in the Fight to the Final Cut (The Applause Screenplay Series) Review

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(More customer reviews)Based on the reviews so far, I bought this book from Amazon.com and received it yesterday. It was so gripping, I finished it that evening. After seeing films like THE PLAYER and talking to aquaintences who likepredictable movies with happy endings, I figured the big studiosdiscouraged original, thought-provoking films. But this book shows how theytry to rationalize it. I liked how Jack Mathews tried to be objective andshow both sides and I was amazed at the differences between LA and NYcritics and how they affect films. Talk about too many cooks in thekitchen!
Even if you don't think much of the film BRAZIL, if you loveinteresting films and want to know why it's rare to see one come out, readthis book. I'm sure Terry Gilliam isn't alone in his battles with studiosand critics. If you did like BRAZIL, you'll also get a glimpse of Gilliam'screativity with some of his storyboards, plus you get the entire script ofthe film with some annotations. After reading this book, I got a greatbehind-the-scenes look of not only how a film comes about, but how it getsmarketed to the public as well.

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The totally restored, revamped and researched blow-by-blow recounting of the most spectacular title bout in the blood-soaked history of Hollywood. "This book documents in rare detail the back-room haggling and the attempted ego-bashing that is part of the movie business." - Gene Siskel; "Told with the passion of an advocate yet with the objectivity of a crack reporter, The Battle of Brazil is a chilling, inevitably hilarious account of a great film that almost got away." - USA Today.

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A Killer Life: How an Independent Film Producer Survives Deals and Disasters in Hollywood and Beyond (Limelight) Review

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(More customer reviews)As an aspiring producer, I have long looked up to the indie queen Christine Vachon, and I was interested to read this book after having read her excellent SHOOTING TO KILL.I read that book when I was back in college, but this book is better.It's definitely more personal - in a way it reads like a memoir.

You feel like you are going through all the trials and tribulations with her.There's a lot of exciting stuff here - she battles the MPAA over Boys Don't Cry -- the bond company takes control of Far From Heaven-- shehas interactions with big stars like Jude Law and Julia Roberts.
I have never been to Sundance, but Vachon's Sundance diary takes you through that festival with her.

All this makes for a book that's immensely readable; I couldn't put it down.I really liked the spotlights from other industry figures, agents, studio heads and directors like John Cameron Mitchell (who did my favorite film, HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH!)If you are in the industry, want to learn about the industry or are just plain curious about how movies get made, go out and get this book now!

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Sword Fighting: A Manual for Actors and Directors (Applause Books) Review

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(More customer reviews)As a regular practitioner of Historical European Martial Arts I am usually the one cringing in the back row of the theatre or movie house, shelling out brutal insults at the lack of historical accuracy and good martial sense that is not seen in the vast majority of films and plays. I also have been working in the film and theatre community as both an actor and fight choreographer- so I understand both sides of the coin.
On the whole the book isn't too bad. It's refreshing to see these guys recognize that there are historical manuals and that they contain the real way to use these weapons. I had a few issues with some of the techniques. Avocation of an edge-to-edge parry (though the majority of them are flat to flat or edge to flat- the proper way, especially with longswords and medieval cutting blades). I really think their sword and buckler should be re-evaluated. Find a copy of MS I:33 and study that. Their interpretation of gripping the smallsword is off from a number of historical documents (see McBane, for instance). One of the bigger things I was surprised to see is that they did not show the use of the empty off hand as a parrying device for rapier and smallsword.
The book itself really does not teach you how to use these weapons. It rather shows you a step by step example of a small fight scene with them. I would really like to see more time spent on the various guards and methods of use. Some are present in the scenes they display, but far, far too many are left out.
I think this is a step in the right direction for anyone interested in pushing for more historical accuracy in film and theater. However I feel this is no where close to what could be done. Lots of room for improvement but not too bad overall.

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SWORD FIGHTING; A MANUAL FOR ACTORS AND DIRECTORS is a comprehensive new work on the art of creating realistic and exciting fight sequences for theatre, film and TV.
This book is the product of thirty years research and experimentation into traditional European martial arts by acclaimed fight director John Waller and his associates, and possibly the most wide-ranging and practical book on stage combat ever published.

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The Techno Primer: The Essential Reference for Loop-Based Music Styles Review

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(More customer reviews)I wasn't at all impressed with this book. If you want to know what gear Misstress Barbara uses or if you want to read yet another authors version of "the history of electronic music" then this is for you!

Me, well I sent it back. I had the book less than an hour and I'd already re-packed it up to ship back.

If you want a good reference book for electronic music then go pick up the 'Dance Music Manual: Toys, Tools and Techniques' by Rick Snoman. Now Snoman's book is an 'essential reference', seriously.

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The Techno Primer is a complete guide to the world of loop-based music styles. This book/CD pack contains an enhanced CD with techno music tracks in a variety of styles - as well as video clips and a demo version of the ACID(TM) XPress program by Sonic Foundry , a history of electronic music, and a detailed guide to techno styles. Also includes information on interactive music on the web, digital recording via the internet, understanding MIDI, the art of sound design, the DJ drummer concept and more. Features interviews with leading techno artists, producers and DJs (such as Jamie Myerson, Misstress Barbara, Code 911 and others), plus a comprehensive glossary of terms used in techno culture.

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Four by Sondheim (A Little Night Music, Sweeney Todd, Sunday in the Park with George, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum) Review

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(More customer reviews)While I have all four of these books in Paperback and therefore have had no need to buy this book I have looked through this book and I think buying this one is a MUCH better idea than buying them seperately.This book includes pictures, Drawings by Al Hirschfield, Cut-Lyrics and more.Allfour of the shows are purely genius and provide you with laughter whileprovoking thoughts.This is a must for all Sondheim fans and musical fansand anyone interested in 4 great shows: A Funny Thing Happened on the Wayto the Forum, Sunday in the Park With George,Sweeny Todd, and A LittleNight Music.

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The complete book and lyrics with set and costume designs, production photos, essays, cast lists and credits, awards for major productions, selected discographies, and much more! Includes the shows A Little Night Music, Sweeney Todd, Sunday in the Park with George and A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum. A richly illustrated Sondheim treasury!

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