John Adams: Short Ride In A Fast Machine

John Adams	Short Ride In A Fast Machine
Technical Information

Two keyboard musicians:

Synthesizer 1 (OPTIONAL): performs unspecified model of synthesizer.
Synthesizer 2 (OPTIONAL): performs unspecified model of synthesizer.

Possible Equipment Requirements for OPTIONAL Synthesizer 1 and Synthesizer 2:

Quantity	Equipment	Product Description	Useage
2	Yamaha SY77 or SY99	Keyboard synthesizer	Main sound source(s)
2	Stereo keyboard combination amplifier	Powered speaker system	To amplify Yamaha SY77/99 (res.)
4	15 foot audio cable (1/4 inch mono connectors)	--	Connects SY77/99s to combination amplifiers (res.).

The score reads:

"** Synthesizer: the sound should be similar to an "analog brass" voice with a moderately fast attack,
for example the "Anna Brass" preset on the Yamaha SY77. The speakers should be placed directly behind
the players. The sound should never be mixed into the auditorium PA system. The level should be adjusted
to mix with the rest of the orchestra and not predominate. The synthesizers parts are optional."

Note: The above Equipment List is a recommendation. Any synthesizer containing an "analog brass"
(with a moderately fast attack) type of sound will be appropriate for production.

General sound reinforcement notes:

The Synthesizer should be amplified utilizing the stereo keyboard combination amplifier above. The overall
keyboard sound should seem acoustic with respect to the overall acoustic orchestra sound.

Questions or Technical Support please mail:

Mark Grey

John Adams' Engineer

Boosey & Hawkes Synthesizer Technician