In order to create good sound for classical open-air performances, it is not only necessary to have a good mix and amplification system but also to sound natural and the classical music needs the impression of ambience. This paper describes the sound concept of a performance of the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra playing Beethoven's 9th Symphony at an open-air performance for an audience of approximately 30,000 people.

Author: Toegel, Adolf P.
AES Convention: 101 (November 1996) Paper Number: 4324
Publication Date: November 1, 1996 Import into BibTeX
Subject: Sound Reinforcement
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