Rooms for the Learned Musician: A 20-Year Retrospective on the Acoustics of Music Education Facilities

This beautifully illustrated volume takes the reader on a wide-ranging tour through music education facilities designed during the past 30 years, with a particular emphasis on the acoustical and architectural design of the locations. The book opens with a series of essays from key design team members, including an architect, owner, music director, and audio designer. The main body of the work consists of a rich array of contributions from acoustical consulting firms and music education facility designers from across the world on their recent innovative works in the area of music education facility acoustics. Each entry includes high-resolution photos and renderings, scientific data, and evocative descriptions of the music education facilities. Filled with beautiful photography and fascinating modern design, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in music education architecture, acoustical design, or musical performance.