Holden Acoustics of Multi-Use Performing Arts Centers

1. Auflage 2015
ISBN: 978-1-4987-4578-9
Verlag: CRC Press
Format: PDF
Kopierschutz: Adobe DRM (»Systemvoraussetzungen)

E-Book, Englisch, 400 Seiten

Explores the Science and Practice Of Acoustics for Arts Centers

Employing the experiences of a world-renowned acoustician celebrated for the successful design of multi-use performing arts centers, Acoustics of Multi-Use Performing Arts Centers examines the complexities of this venue and discusses the challenges and solutions that arise in the concept, design, construction and commissioning phases.

This book addresses the various programming needs of a multi-use performing arts center (needs that can range from symphony, opera and ballet to highly-amplified concerts and Broadway productions) and provides instruction from the planning of the initial concept to the final tuning stages.

While assuming a basic understanding of the principals of sound, construction and performance, the author includes architectural drawings drawn to scale and presents case studies with in-depth discussion of undocumented halls. He also provides a full chapter on tuning multi-use halls and offers an inside look at design options for adjustable acoustics that include stage, pit and hall design.

In addition, the book:

- Covers the fundamentals of acoustics as it relates to initial stages of multi-use hall design

- Explores the concepts of acoustics in terms of new and renovated spaces

- Defines the basic components of the building structure

- Examines floors, walls, ceilings, shells, and finishes and how they can be designed to achieve acoustic excellence

- Discusses how to use and tune adjustable acoustic systems in a multi-use hall in order to achieve acoustic excellence

Designed as a step-by-step guide to achieving outstanding acoustics in multi-use performance spaces, Acoustics of Multi-Use Performing Arts Centers serves students, architects, engineers, designers and acousticians.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Holden, Mark

Fachgebiete

• Technische Wissenschaften Maschinenbau | Werkstoffkunde Maschinenbau
• Technische Wissenschaften Sonstige Technologien | Angewandte Technik Akustik, Tontechnik
• Geisteswissenschaften Theater- und Filmwissenschaft | Andere Darstellende Künste Theaterwissenschaft Theater: Technik, Bühnentechnik, Einrichtung

Inhaltsverzeichnis

BUILDING BLOCKS

Making the Case for a Multi-Use Hall
Introduction
Short History
The Need for Multi-Use Halls
Shortfalls
Success Stories

The Building Block of Reverberation
Introduction
Defining the Programming

Requirements for Excellent Acoustics
Introduction
Reverberation Time
Reflections
Clarity or C
Spaciousness
Envelopment
Bass Ratio
Diffusion
Loudness (G)
Stage Sound
Noise and Vibration

Creating the Acoustic Program
Introduction
Programming Phase
Advocate for Musicians
Programming the Stage
Orchestra Pit
Balconies
HVAC and Sound Isolation
Site Noise and Vibration
Establishing Noise Isolation Criteria
Programming Background Noise Levels
Preparing the Guide

CREATING THE BUILDING

Translating Program into Bricks and Mortar
Introduction
Acoustic Design in Preschematic Phase

Myths and New Halls: Schematic Design through Construction Documents
Introduction
Acoustic Design Myths

Myths and Renovations: Transforming Existing Buildings into Multi-Use Halls
Introduction
Transportation Noise and Vibration on Site
Predesign Project Site Inspection
Renovation Do’s and Don’ts
Myths and Misconceptions

Running the Acoustic Model
Introduction
Volume Criteria
RT Calculations
Myths and Misconceptions

ARCHITECTURAL DETAILS

Orchestra Pit
Introduction
Early Pits
Modern Pits
Pit Dimensions
Acoustic Treatments
Pit Rail
Pit Floor
Pit Ventilation
The Metropolitan Opera House at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts as Benchmark
Myths and Misconceptions

Acoustic Design of the Stage
Introduction
The Importance of Stage Acoustics
Myths and Misconceptions

Orchestra Seating, Balconies, Boxes, and Parterres
Introduction
Volume Proportions and Dimensions
Hall Configuration
Myths and Misconceptions

Wall Shaping
Introduction
How Wide Should Halls Be?
Throat Walls
Side Walls
Rear Wall
Wood Walls
Drywall Walls
Masonry Walls
Concrete Walls
Myths and Misconceptions

Ceiling Designs
Introduction
Acoustic Strategy
Ceiling Approaches
Myths and Misconceptions

Seats and Finishes
Introduction
Seating
Floor Materials
Sound-Transparent Materials
Myths and Misconceptions

MEASURING RESULTS

Making It Multi-Use
Introduction
Manipulating Volume
Manipulating Absorption
Location
Absorption Systems
Banner Fabric
Motors and Control Systems
Myths and Misconceptions

Electronic Architecture Systems
Introduction
Technologically Sound
Early Use
EA System Components
Using EA Systems Today
Myths and Misconceptions

Tuning the Hall
Introduction
Collaborative Process
Preparing for the Tuning
What to Do
Rehearsal Mode versus Performance Mode
Introducing Musicians
Tuning with a Piano
Mark Holden Journal Entry—November 9, 2011

CASE STUDIES

Glossary
Appendices

Über Autor(innen)

Mark Holden earned a bachelor of science degree in electrical engineering at Duke University in 1978. During his time there, he participated in an acoustic study of Duke’s student union as part of a physics course. This experience came full circle when he worked on the renovation of Duke’s Baldwin Hall (explored as a case study within this text). He has lectured at Harvard’s School of Design, Duke’s Pratt School of Engineering, is a member of the National Council of Acoustical Consultants, the United States Institute of Theater Technology (USITT), and an elected fellow of the Acoustical Society of America.