Product Description

Finish your video and multimedia projects with compelling audio tracks. All it takes is Soundtrack1.2, the ability to count to four, and a measure of musicianship. More than a guide to the software, this fully illustrated guide to Soundtrack delivers the working knowledge you need to master the aural aspects of your project. Music and audio concepts are presented on a need-to-know basis. Practical examples and tutorials demonstrate how to use the tools to create audio that meets the same high standards as your video. Music composition--the practice of assembling various pieces of media to create an exciting musical message--is analogous to video editing. And, like video editing, there are principals and techniques that help to ensure quality production. As a renowned musician, video editor, and teacher, author Douglas Spotted Eagle is eminently qualified to help you to realize your musicianship.

Edit, mix, record sound, and use loops and effects to create tracks with the confidence that you have practical training. All the while, use the Soundtrack shortcuts and workflow-integration techniques that audio pros use to speed production.

The companion CD includes tutorial materials, plug-ins from Wav and others, and hundreds of dollars worth of royalty-free loops.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #1340874 in Books
• Published on: 2004-01-04
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 240 pages

Review
I can't think of a better person to unlock Soundtrack's power than the very talented Douglas Spotted Eagle. -- Philip Hodgetts, DV Guy and president of Intelligent Assistance, Inc

About the Author
Douglas Spotted Eagle has established himself as a virtuoso performer, preeminent music producer, and noted videographer. The recipient of the first-ever award for Native American music in 2001, he also has received Emmy, Peabody, Dupont, and Telly awards. Currently under contract with Virgin/Higher Octave, he has recorded 14 solo albums and collaborated on more than 300 CD, film, and television projects. Recognized as a world leader in the Vegas product knowledgebase, he has authored numerous articles for this application and sister applications. He also hosts two web sites for users of Vegas and related products.

Customer Reviews

A Great Way to Learn
I am not a musician. The last instrument I played was the basoon (and no one ever asks you to play that in normal social circles).

So to summarize my music knowledge is rudimentary. Douglas Spotted Eagle's is not (cripes he has a Grammy!) But he does lord that knowledge over you, rather he generously shares his wisdom.

This book is an easy and engaging read AND you you learn something from it. Soundtrack is a powerful tool, and DSE opens it wide up so you can get the most out of it. Douglas combines years of music expereince and his extensive background in digital media to craft an excellent book.

This book is a required reference in our office and shoudl be in yours too,

Making Music not just looping
I've been using Sound Track for a while now. And I love it for a quick and dirty sound track. And although I use the FX options I've never really explored them in depth.
I was really pleased to see Douglas take the FX plugins and break a few out to discribe how to use them. I know it rang a few bells for me. Things I had been frustrated with NOW suddenly made sense.