Books Details
Author : Paul Gilreath Pages : 582 pages Publisher : Routledge Language : eng
ISBN-10 : 0240814134 ISBN-13 : 9780240814131
Books Descriptions
Since its initial release in 1997, Paul Gilreath's The Guide to MIDI Orchestration
has been the premiere text on creating realistic emulations of a symphony
orchestra using samplers and computer recording techniques. Now in its fourth
edition, The Guide to MIDI Orchestration explains how to merge this ever-
expanding technology with the artistry of orchestration to produce the most
lifelike recordings possible. The book is written for composers, arrangers, and
MIDI musicians of all levels, and will be helpful to game composers, film and
television composers, traditional orchestral composers, teachers, instructors,
and the serious hobbyist. Highlights of the book include:Introduction to and
overview of the orchestra In-depth discussions of each orchestral section
Detailed information on each instrument's timbre, range and uses Discussions
of orchestration techniques Demonstrations on how to build an orchestration
from the ground up Presentations on techniques for achieving balance and
