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A Music Director's Epic Tale: Les Miserables
Table Of Contents
1. Introduction
2. Project Planning
2.1: Calendar
2.2: Preparation
2.3: Space Considerations
3. Casting
4. Musical Gear
4.1: Consideration For Tracks
4.2: Real-Time Control of Tracks
4.3: Computer for Creating and Controlling the Tracks
4.4: Synthesizers
4.5: MIDI Interface
4.6: MIDI Controller
4.7: Audio Mixing And Monitoring
4.8: Visual Monitoring
4.9: Complete Diagram Of Gear Setup
5. Sound Effects
6. Bringing The Music To Life
6.1: Sorting Out The Instruments
6.2: Keeping Track Of Synth Patches
6.3: Creating The MIDI Tracks In Cubase
6.4: Mixing And Initial Tempos
6.5: Transferring To MIDI Maestro
7. Rehearsals
7.1: Initial Cast Scheduling
7.2: Knowing The Show
7.3: Being An Effective Scheduler
7.4: Rehearsing The Band
7.5: The Music Rehearsal Process
7.6: Tech Week
8. Performing The Show And Beyond
8.1: The Performances
8.2: Final Thoughts
8.3: Additional References