Archive for February 21st, 2008
Emmy Winning Audio Specialist Peter Cole Launches Before Noon Post
Studio City, CA, February 21, 2008 - Before Noon Post Production Sound Services, Inc. (Before Noon,) has been launched as an independent, “forward thinking,” full service audio post production company for the entertainment and corporate industries. Before Noon is helmed by multi-Emmy Award winning audio specialist Peter Cole, a specialist with over 30 years of experience working within Hollywood‘s audio community.
Headquartered in Studio City, CA, Before Noon provides a complete range of audio post production services to its clients, full sound packages including mixing (re-recording in all formats,) sound design, dialog editorial, music editing, Foley, ADR, language localization, restoration, and repurposing (stereo to 5.1 remixing.)
Under Cole‘s direction, Before Noon will specialize in audio post for television projects, major and independent feature film releases, DVD and home entertainment properties, theme park audio, trailers, advertising, and the full gamut of multi-media projects. The company will also provide audio post services to corporate clients, as Cole has worked in the past with such entities as law enforcement agencies and even the 2004 Democratic National Convention.
Regarding the company‘s formation, Cole said, “Before Noon has been designed as a full-service audio post company ‘giving clients more bang for the buck.‘ Our staff is expansive, as we have extensive and strategic relationships with a team of self-motivated, experienced professionals assembled from throughout Hollywood‘s audio community.”
He adds, “Our independent approach means that our clients will get a dedicated mixer with proven talent and loads of experience, who will keep each project on track, so our clients won‘t have to sweat the small stuff. We can send a client a first mix pass digitally anywhere they are, anytime of day or night, via one of the most advanced Internet delivery systems available. We pride ourselves on the ability to make revisions quickly, and we also anticipate that many of our clients will wish to do their final tweaks in person.”
ABOUT PETER COLE:
Peter Cole is a 30-year veteran of the audio post industry in Hollywood. He is the winner of three Emmy Awards, either for “Best Film Sound Editing” or “Best Film Sound Mixing,” for his work on the acclaimed “Pee Wee‘s Playhouse” television series. Prior to launching Before Noon, Cole had worked for such major audio post production companies as Skywalker Sound, Post Logic, The Post Group, and his own Pirate Post.
Regarding his unique style of approaching a project, Cole says, “I am fortunate in that my clients trust my judgment and experience to create the best possible end product for them. I‘ve assembled the best possible tools, and my clients have come to realize that I can provide efficient alternatives to the traditional approach to post sound.”
During the course of his career, Cole has worked on hundreds of television programs, studio and independent feature films, special venue presentations, corporate projects, and more. He has contributed audio post to such TV shows as “Futurama,” “The Simpsons,” “The P.J.‘s,” “Northern Exposure,” ”Behind the Music,” the animated “Hellboy,” “Kid Notorious,” and “Maxx Headroom,” to cite just some.
His film work includes credits on a variety of studio and indie films, including titles such as “Barnyard,” “King Leopold‘s Ghost,” “Ellie Parker,” “Father G and the Homeboys,” and the Oscar winning documentary film “The Panama Deception.”
Among Cole‘s other honors include several Monitor and Golden Reel Awards. Beside his three Emmy Award wins, he was also Emmy Award nominated an additional five times. He is a member of IATSE Local 700 and has been profiled several times in POST Magazine.
ABOUT BEFORE NOON:
Launched in 2008 by multi-Emmy Award winning audio specialist Peter Cole, Before Noon Post Production Sound Services, Inc., is a full service audio post production company with clients from all areas of the entertainment industry as well as from across the corporate spectrum.
Before Noon is headquartered at 4206 Alcove Ave., Studio City, CA 91604. The phone is 818/ 641-1070 and the website is www.beforenoonpost.com
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Emmy Winning Audio Specialist Peter Cole Launches Before Noon Post
Studio City, CA, February 21, 2008 - Before Noon Post Production Sound Services, Inc. (Before Noon,) has been launched as an independent, “forward thinking,” full service audio post production company for the entertainment and corporate industries. Before Noon is helmed by multi-Emmy Award winning audio specialist Peter Cole, a specialist with over 30 years of experience working within Hollywood‘s audio community.
Headquartered in Studio City, CA, Before Noon provides a complete range of audio post production services to its clients, full sound packages including mixing (re-recording in all formats,) sound design, dialog editorial, music editing, Foley, ADR, language localization, restoration, and repurposing (stereo to 5.1 remixing.)
Under Cole‘s direction, Before Noon will specialize in audio post for television projects, major and independent feature film releases, DVD and home entertainment properties, theme park audio, trailers, advertising, and the full gamut of multi-media projects. The company will also provide audio post services to corporate clients, as Cole has worked in the past with such entities as law enforcement agencies and even the 2004 Democratic National Convention.
Regarding the company‘s formation, Cole said, “Before Noon has been designed as a full-service audio post company ‘giving clients more bang for the buck.‘ Our staff is expansive, as we have extensive and strategic relationships with a team of self-motivated, experienced professionals assembled from throughout Hollywood‘s audio community.”
He adds, “Our independent approach means that our clients will get a dedicated mixer with proven talent and loads of experience, who will keep each project on track, so our clients won‘t have to sweat the small stuff. We can send a client a first mix pass digitally anywhere they are, anytime of day or night, via one of the most advanced Internet delivery systems available. We pride ourselves on the ability to make revisions quickly, and we also anticipate that many of our clients will wish to do their final tweaks in person.”
ABOUT PETER COLE:
Peter Cole is a 30-year veteran of the audio post industry in Hollywood. He is the winner of three Emmy Awards, either for “Best Film Sound Editing” or “Best Film Sound Mixing,” for his work on the acclaimed “Pee Wee‘s Playhouse” television series. Prior to launching Before Noon, Cole had worked for such major audio post production companies as Skywalker Sound, Post Logic, The Post Group, and his own Pirate Post.
Regarding his unique style of approaching a project, Cole says, “I am fortunate in that my clients trust my judgment and experience to create the best possible end product for them. I‘ve assembled the best possible tools, and my clients have come to realize that I can provide efficient alternatives to the traditional approach to post sound.”
During the course of his career, Cole has worked on hundreds of television programs, studio and independent feature films, special venue presentations, corporate projects, and more. He has contributed audio post to such TV shows as “Futurama,” “The Simpsons,” “The P.J.‘s,” “Northern Exposure,” ”Behind the Music,” the animated “Hellboy,” “Kid Notorious,” and “Maxx Headroom,” to cite just some.
His film work includes credits on a variety of studio and indie films, including titles such as “Barnyard,” “King Leopold‘s Ghost,” “Ellie Parker,” “Father G and the Homeboys,” and the Oscar winning documentary film “The Panama Deception.”
Among Cole‘s other honors include several Monitor and Golden Reel Awards. Beside his three Emmy Award wins, he was also Emmy Award nominated an additional five times. He is a member of IATSE Local 700 and has been profiled several times in POST Magazine.
ABOUT BEFORE NOON:
Launched in 2008 by multi-Emmy Award winning audio specialist Peter Cole, Before Noon Post Production Sound Services, Inc., is a full service audio post production company with clients from all areas of the entertainment industry as well as from across the corporate spectrum.
Before Noon is headquartered at 4206 Alcove Ave., Studio City, CA 91604. The phone is 818/ 641-1070 and the website is www.beforenoonpost.com
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Berkleemusic.com Announces Phil Ramone Celebrity Scholarship
Spring Term Begins April 7, 2008
Phil Ramone
Berkleemusic.com, the continuing education division of Berklee College of Music, has announced the Phil Ramone Celebrity Online Scholarship. Ramone, a Berklee honorary doctorate recipient, joins a growing list of music industry leaders who are helping outstanding online students to achieve their goals of a life in music. These celebrities support music education through their work, and Berklee is proud to be associated with them.
“I have worked closely with Berklee for many years and am proud to be named a sponsor of this Berkleemusic scholarship,” remarked Ramone. “Online teaching is truly one of the biggest benefits of our new Internet world and increasing the opportunities for music education is mandatory for the healthy future of our Industry. I am honored to assist in that growth.”
Phil Ramone is one of the most respected and prolific music producers in the history of modern music. With 34 Grammy nominations, 13 Grammy Awards, an Emmy, and numerous honors and accolades to his credit, Ramone‘s musical acumen and his use of audio technology are unparalleled.
Ramone is also extremely active in music and service related organizations. He is the Chairman Emeritus of the Board of Trustees of the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (NARAS) and the Producers and Engineers Wing, and is a Trustee of the MusiCares Foundation, producing their annual pre-Grammy tribute (honorees include Aretha Franklin, James Taylor, Brian Wilson, Sting, Bono, Paul Simon, Billy Joel, Elton John and Luciano Pavarotti). He is a founding member of METAlliance (The Music & Engineering Technology Alliance).
The Celebrity Online Scholarship Program program is designed to reward and assist outstanding students who demonstrate superior academic performance studying in their online Certificate Programs at Berkleemusic. The student recipients of each Celebrity Online Scholarship will receive a substantial award to be used towards paying their tuition and helping them achieve their goals. A total of $80,000 in scholarships will be awarded to Berkleemusic online students annually. Celebrity Online Scholarships were also announced for Berklee honorary doctorate recipients Michel Camilo and Paul Simon, and American country music duo Big and Rich.
Enrollment is now open for the Spring Term at Berkleemusic.com, beginning April 7, 2008.
ABOUT BERKLEEMUSIC.COM
Berkleemusic.com is the continuing education division of Berklee College of Music, delivering online access to Berklee‘s acclaimed curriculum from anywhere in the world. Berkleemusic‘s award-winning online courses and certificate programs are accredited and taught by the college‘s world-renowned faculty, providing lifelong learning opportunities to people interested in music and working in the music industry. As the business of music continues to move online, Berkleemusic is taking a leadership role in educating the next generation of producers, performers, and entrepreneurs on this evolving industry landscape. Berkleemusic‘s students come from over 80 countries around the world, and include Grammy award winners, managers, artists, publishers, music business entrepreneurs and major international touring acts.
For info about the scholarship program:
http://www.berkleemusic.com/scholarship
DPA SOUND INVEST IN MORE DIGICO CONSOLES
In September 2007, DPA Sound took delivery of two DiGiCo consoles, a D1 and a CS-D5. The Danish company was so impressed with its purchase, it decided to invest in even more DiGiCo desks at the beginning of this year, with the addition of two more CS-D5s and another D1.
Kim Johansen, a consultant for the Danish DiGiCo distributors Soundware confirmed that DPA Sound Co A/S requested the three consoles; no selling of the products was required. According to Johansen, the reason DPA chose the desks again was because of the “flexibility of the DiGiCo systems, and of course the sound quality. DPA like the fact that the same consoles have the ability to do theatre, corporate and music. The company also received great feedback from other users.”
The desks have already been used for a number of tours with Danish bands, including those of Tina Dickow, TV-2, Big Fat Snake, Poul Krebs, Thomas Helmig and Nephew. “Comments made by sound engineers who used the desks on the tours include ‘Good preamps‘, ‘Lots of headroom‘, ‘Wider stereo perspective‘, and ‘Easy to use‘,” said Johansen. “I personally love the service you receive from DiGiCo. It‘s very good. There is always someone on the other end of a phone line to help.”
The CS-D5 digital mixing system provides the full, extensive feature set of the D5 Live, with the exception of the optical I/O, creating a D5 Live at a price point that is competitive with more basic consoles. The CS-D5 includes a full 48 busses - ideal for coping with the ever-increasing use of in-ear monitors - and up to128 input channels, which can be increased with extra DSP to 160. 41 touch sensitive faders, four touch screens and multi-operator ability give direct instant access to crucial parameters, despite the compact frame size.
The D1 is based on the award-winning D5, the console that broke the mould of digital live mixing. The D1 provides the same outstanding sonic purity and much of its powerful, instantly accessible control at an access all areas price point.
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