This paper examines the impact of digital technology on the live sound sector and the educational and developmental challenges posed to sound systems technicians and engineers. The responses of a group of leading industry Audio operatives (n30) via an online questionnaire, outline the importance of understanding developing digital technologies.Findings also suggest that a more streamlined approach to the integration of industry and traditional providers of education could be a way to progress contemporary, innovative provision.

Authors: Wardle, Andy; Sheridan, Mark
Affiliation: University of Highlands and Islands
AES Conference: UK 26th Conference: Audio Education (August 2015)
Paper Number: 23
Publication Date: August 20, 2015 Import into BibTeX
Subject: Pedagogy
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