For those of you who have completed the professional lifelong learning module Acoustics in Buildings – but not only – we propose a beautiful and useful book:
THE ACOUSTICS OF PERFORMANCE HALLS: SPACES FOR MUSIC FROM CARNEGIE HALL TO THE HOLLYWOOD BOWL
Author: J. Christopher Jaffe
Preface: Leo L. Beranek
Year: 2010
The author mentions the acoustic characteristics needed in all spaces where musical productions take place: loudness, intimacy, lateral reflections, clarity, and brilliance. Throughout the book, the utmost attention is given to the sound on stage; indeed, one reason for Jaffe’s success has been his attention to the demands and caprices of the performers. To meet the challenges of the changing times, Jaffe discusses the characteristics of arena-type venues, venues that can take many shapes and in which the audience surrounds the performing band. This personal approach to acoustical accomplishments in a wide variety of spaces is recommended to architects, musicians, music lovers, and of course all acousticians.
The book is (still) available online and can be purchased from:
https://www.abebooks.com/9780393732559/Acoustics-Performance-Halls-Spaces-Music-039373255X/plp
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