The Home Theater Companion

Author : Miguel Mera,Ronald Sadoff,Ben Winters
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 634 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2017-05-25
Category : Music
ISBN : 9781317398981

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The Routledge Companion to Screen Music and Sound by Miguel Mera,Ronald Sadoff,Ben Winters Pdf

The Routledge Companion to Screen Music and Sound provides a detailed and comprehensive overview of screen music and sound studies, addressing the ways in which music and sound interact with forms of narrative media such as television, videogames, and film. The inclusive framework of "screen music and sound" allows readers to explore the intersections and connections between various types of media and music and sound, reflecting the current state of scholarship and the future of the field. A diverse range of international scholars have contributed an impressive set of forty-six chapters that move from foundational knowledge to cutting edge topics that highlight new key areas. The companion is thematically organized into five cohesive areas of study: Issues in the Study of Screen Music and Sound—discusses the essential topics of the discipline Historical Approaches—examines periods of historical change or transition Production and Process—focuses on issues of collaboration, institutional politics, and the impact of technology and industrial practices Cultural and Aesthetic Perspectives—contextualizes an aesthetic approach within a wider framework of cultural knowledge Analyses and Methodologies—explores potential methodologies for interrogating screen music and sound Covering a wide range of topic areas drawn from musicology, sound studies, and media studies, The Routledge Companion to Screen Music and Sound provides researchers and students with an effective overview of music’s role in narrative media, as well as new methodological and aesthetic insights.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 735 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2013-05-13
Category : Music
ISBN : 9781136806209

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A Dictionary of the Avant-Gardes by Anonim Pdf

A Dictionary of the Avant-Gardes recognizes that change is a driving force in all the arts. It covers major trends in music, dance, theater, film, visual art, sculpture, and performance art--as well as architecture, science, and culture.

Author : Gerald Martin Bordman
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 694 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 1987
Category : Theater
ISBN : 9780195169867

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The Concise Oxford Companion to American Theatre by Gerald Martin Bordman Pdf

Author : Helen E. M. Brooks,Michael Hammond
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 299 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2023-09-30
Category : Drama
ISBN : 9781108481502

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The Cambridge Companion to British Theatre of the First World War by Helen E. M. Brooks,Michael Hammond Pdf

The first comprehensive guide to British theatre's engagement with the First World War over the last century, providing accessible and lively coverage of theatre's role in the representation and remembrance of events, focusing on topics including regionality, politics, popular performance, Shakespeare, class, race and gender.

Author : COMPANION.
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 294 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 1751
Category : Electronic
ISBN : BL:A0018130534

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A Companion to the Theatre: or, a View of our most celebrated dramatic pieces, etc by COMPANION. Pdf

Author : Jaye T. Darby,Courtney Elkin Mohler,Christy Stanlake
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2020-02-06
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781350035072

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Critical Companion to Native American and First Nations Theatre and Performance by Jaye T. Darby,Courtney Elkin Mohler,Christy Stanlake Pdf

This foundational study offers an accessible introduction to Native American and First Nations theatre by drawing on critical Indigenous and dramaturgical frameworks. It is the first major survey book to introduce Native artists, plays, and theatres within their cultural, aesthetic, spiritual, and socio-political contexts. Native American and First Nations theatre weaves the spiritual and aesthetic traditions of Native cultures into diverse, dynamic, contemporary plays that enact Indigenous human rights through the plays' visionary styles of dramaturgy and performance. The book begins by introducing readers to historical and cultural contexts helpful for reading Native American and First Nations drama, followed by an overview of Indigenous plays and theatre artists from across the century. Finally, it points forward to the ways in which Native American and First Nations theatre artists are continuing to create works that advocate for human rights through transformative Native performance practices. Addressing the complexities of this dynamic field, this volume offers critical grounding in the historical development of Indigenous theatre in North America, while analysing key Native plays and performance traditions from the mainland United States and Canada. In surveying Native theatre from the late 19th century until today, the authors explore the cultural, aesthetic, and spiritual concerns, as well as the political and revitalization efforts of Indigenous peoples. This book frames the major themes of the genre and identifies how such themes are present in the dramaturgy, rehearsal practices, and performance histories of key Native scripts.

Author : Frank Hoffmann
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 2611 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2004-11-12
Category : Music
ISBN : 9781135949495

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Encyclopedia of Recorded Sound by Frank Hoffmann Pdf

First Published in 2005. The Encyclopedia of Recorded Sound, 2nd edition, is an A to Z reference work covering the entire history of recorded sound from Edison discs to CDs and MP3. Entries range from technical terms (Acoustics; Back Tracking; Quadraphonic) to recording genres (blues, opera, spoken word) to histories of industry leaders and record labels to famed recording artists (focusing on their impact on recorded sound). Entries range in length from 25-word definitions of terms to 5000 word essays. Drawing on a panel of experts, the general editor has pulled together a wealth of information. The volume concludes with a complete reference bibliography and a deep index.

Author : Thom Holmes
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 386 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2013-10-18
Category : Music
ISBN : 9781135477875

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The Routledge Guide to Music Technology by Thom Holmes Pdf

First published in 2006. This guide is an A to Z trade reference aimed at music students, technophiles and audio-video computer users. The world of music technology has exploded over the last decades thanks to introductions of new digital formats. At the same time there has been a renaissance in analog high fidelity equipment and resurgent interest in turntables, long playing records and vintage stereo systems. Music students, collectors and consumers will appreciate the availability of a guide to all things musical in the technological universe.

Author : John Hill
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 608 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2019-05-07
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781118482902

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A Companion to British and Irish Cinema by John Hill Pdf

A stimulating overview of the intellectual arguments and critical debates involved in the study of British and Irish cinemas British and Irish film studies have expanded in scope and depth in recent years, prompting a growing number of critical debates on how these cinemas are analysed, contextualized, and understood. A Companion to British and Irish Cinema addresses arguments surrounding film historiography, methods of textual analysis, critical judgments, and the social and economic contexts that are central to the study of these cinemas. Twenty-nine essays from many of the most prominent writers in the field examine how British and Irish cinema have been discussed, the concepts and methods used to interpret and understand British and Irish films, and the defining issues and debates at the heart of British and Irish cinema studies. Offering a broad scope of commentary, the Companion explores historical, cultural and aesthetic questions that encompass over a century of British and Irish film studies—from the early years of the silent era to the present-day. Divided into five sections, the Companion discusses the social and cultural forces shaping British and Irish cinema during different periods, the contexts in which films are produced, distributed and exhibited, the genres and styles that have been adopted by British and Irish films, issues of representation and identity, and debates on concepts of national cinema at a time when ideas of what constitutes both ‘British’ and ‘Irish’ cinema are under question. A Companion to British and Irish Cinema is a valuable and timely resource for undergraduate and postgraduate students of film, media, and cultural studies, and for those seeking contemporary commentary on the cinemas of Britain and Ireland.

Author : Ric Knowles
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 371 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2020-06-11
Category : Drama
ISBN : 9781108425483

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The Cambridge Companion to International Theatre Festivals by Ric Knowles Pdf

An up-to-date, contextualized assessment of the impact of the 'festivalization' of culture around the world.

Author : Rob Stone,Paul Cooke,Stephanie Dennison,Alex Marlow-Mann
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 522 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2017-09-27
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781317420583

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The Routledge Companion to World Cinema by Rob Stone,Paul Cooke,Stephanie Dennison,Alex Marlow-Mann Pdf

The Routledge Companion to World Cinema explores and examines a global range of films and filmmakers, their movements and audiences, comparing their cultural, technological and political dynamics, identifying the impulses that constantly reshape the form and function of the cinemas of the world. Each of the forty chapters provides a survey of a topic, explaining why the issue or area is important, and critically discussing the leading views in the area. Designed as a dynamic forum for forty-three world-leading scholars, this companion contains significant expertise and insight and is dedicated to challenging complacent views of hegemonic film cultures and replacing outmoded ideas about production, distribution and reception. It offers both a survey and an investigation into the condition and activity of contemporary filmmaking worldwide, often challenging long-standing categories and weighted—often politically motivated—value judgements, thereby grounding and aligning the reader in an activity of remapping which is designed to prompt rethinking.

Author : Danny Briere,Pat Hurley
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 410 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2015-09-01
Category : House & Home
ISBN : 9780470411896

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Home Theater For Dummies by Danny Briere,Pat Hurley Pdf

Overwhelmed with big screen TV and home theater audio options? What do you need to build the perfect home theater experience? Home Theater For Dummies, 3rd Edition shows you how to plan a home theater system and choose components that fit your budget and your room. Beginning with the most basic information, this guide helps you choose what you need and put it all together. It explains DLP, 3LCD, HDMI, DTV, and HDTV so you can talk intelligently with salespeople at the electronics store. You’ll find out about Blu-ray, explore HD and satellite radio options, and see how to incorporate a Wii, Xbox, or Playstation 3 into your set-up. Learn to: Choose among plasma, LCD, and projection TVs Know the difference between digital TV and HDTV Assess and choose an LCD TV, a new 3D TV, or an HD radio Set up your audio system and TV for maximum performance Use a Media Center or Home Theater PC Fine-tune your system and add cool touches such as accessing home theater content from your cell phone Explore HD and satellite radio options, CD players, DVD-Audio disks, and options for old cassettes and vinyl Set up your system with the proper cables for each component, or learn what it takes to go wireless Calibrate your video with a calibration disk, an optical comparator, or a DVD containing THX Optimizer Get the perfect home theater experience by following the expert tips and techniques presented in Home Theater For Dummies, 3rd Edition. You’ll be watching movies and listening to audio in no time!

Author : Howard Ferstler
Publisher : Schirmer Trade Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2000-12-22
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0825672368

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The Home Theater Companion by Howard Ferstler Pdf

The definitive handbook for anyone just considering a home theater or already in the process of maintaining one. The author guides readers from the shopping experience through the installation, use, upkeep, and maintenance of audio, video, and surround-sound components.

Author : Beverly West,Jason Bergund
Publisher : Delta
Page : 194 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2007-12-18
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9780307423429

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TVtherapy by Beverly West,Jason Bergund Pdf

Finally, a home theater companion that understands what we’ve all known for years–our favorite TV shows are more than an escape, they’re best friends and a form of therapy that can help us cope with everything from a bad hair day to a nuclear family meltdown. Life getting boring in your cul-de-sac? Indulge in some Diva TV like Desperate Housewives and take a walk on the wild side of Wisteria Lane. Need a place where everybody knows your name? Drop in for a little You’ve Got a Friend TV like Cheers and order some fun on the rocks without having to face the hangover in the morning. White-knuckling the armchair of life? Let go with a little Anti-Anxiety TV like In Living Color and laugh at your fears. Got a bad case of the codependent blues? Indulge in a little Codependent TV like Nip/Tuck and reassure yourself that things could definitely be worse! So whether you’re on the verge of your nineteenth nervous breakdown, looking for an excuse to throw a TV party, or searching for deeper meaning–TVTHERAPY: The Television Guide to Life will give you the guidance you need to find the right television prescription to match your mood, cure your malaise, or make your night without ever getting up off the couch. PLUS: Recipes from Bev’s TV tray, including food facials for staying as cool as a cucumber…Jason’s Minibar, featuring drinks to wet your inner whistle…and timeless quotes from TV sages down through the ages who can teach us all a thing or two about life on and off the air.

Author : Kirsten E. Shepherd-Barr
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 237 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2020-12-03
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781108476522

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The Cambridge Companion to Theatre and Science by Kirsten E. Shepherd-Barr Pdf

The first ever companion to theatre and science brings together research on key topics, performances, and new areas of interest.