Klarinet Archive - Posting 000376.txt from 2004/07

From: Bill Hausmann <bhausmann1@-----.net>
Subj: Re: [kl] Amplification of music (somewhat OT)
Date: Sun, 11 Jul 2004 21:31:14 -0400

At 08:25 PM 7/11/2004 -0400, Don H wrote:
>I've performed regularly in a local big band performing traditional,
>standard charts. The only electronixcs used ar generally an electric
>bass...we use acousic piano eveywhere possible. We have played jobs in a
>local hall that seats about 4000, an was home to our symphony for fifty
>years...and we don't hve to use amplification. In fact we have played gigs
>in some good-sized venues with large audiences, and had to play down
>volume-wise. I think a great deal has to do with getting used to electronics
>when you don't necessarily have to. But he move toward more and more
>electronic instruments in rock and such necessitates the need for
>amplification

In all fairness, I did play one amplified big band gig that worked out
well. It was in the large show hall in a casino, although the event was a
private party. The casino provided the sound guy and equipment. I have no
idea what it sounded like up front, but the monitor speakers he provided
really helped us hear OURSELVES. We probably played one of our best jobs
ever because of that.

Bill Hausmann

If you have to mic a saxophone, the rest of the band is TOO LOUD!

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