APRS - Handbook 2002

Facing the future together George Martin and the APRS have grown up together - and seen many changes along the way. Strength through diversity Chairman Dave Harries charts the 50-year of the APRS. Making Contact Phil Dudderidge, leader of the APRS suppliers group, explains how supplier membership can give manufacturers greater access to their customers. How quickly they forget Robin Millar laments the tendency in the British music industry to let artists cast off professional help. Music as exciting as ever... Studio Sound editor Tim Goodyer shows how studios that have adapted to change have flourished. Getting your 'ed round training David Ward on APRS education and training initiatives. Abbey birthday Chris Buchanan charts the 70-year history of London Studio, Abbey Road. ESDA How the European Sound Directors' Association is providing a pan-European pressure group for the professional music and recording industry. Scuppering Pirates Graham Sharpless on moves against illegal replication.		Living with Poachers and Gamekeepers Peter Filleul argues that by working together, buyers and sellers can protect their collective interests. The rise of the Project Studio Andy Munro investigates the studio food chain, and discovers that each studio can satisfy somebody. Through the Looking Glass Songwriter and PAMRA chairman Benny Gallagher reflects on two producers who have made a huge contribution to popular music. Exploring overseas markets Anna Bartlett details the professional help and opportunities available to companies who want to sell their products and services to overseas markets. Gearing up for 5.1 Peter Filleul argues that preparing for surround now could same time and money in the future. Singing the same tune APPS chairman Dennis Weinreich explains the advantages of having an Association of Post Production Studios group within APRS. RICi, don't lose that number Peter Filleul looks forward to a time when collecting data about the recording process is not only automated, but also offers the opportunity to generate revenue.
The APRS online The APRS website provides essential downloads to members and plays host to numerous industry discussion groups. Technical monographs Technical papers available for members Studio Accord Peter Fielder on the potential in the industry. Turn it down Some sound advice on noise control, based on the requirements of the 1989 Noise at Work regulations.	Special APRS deals The APRS has brought together benefit providers in the fields of finance, law, insurance, shipping and travel to give its members special rates and deals. Event planner 15-month event planner showing all the key dates in the professional audio calendar. Tape labelling system Industry standards for labelling and tape IDs. Legal contracts The APRS-approved legal contract.	APRS Members Complete listing of APRS members in all categories. Supporting the professionals Phil Harding outlines work being done by the Music Producers' Guild. So how is it for you? Give your feedback to the APRS. Last note Peter Filleul on the future of a new, improved APRS - and the benefits of increased member involvement.

The APRS Handbook 2002 is being widely distributed throughout the music and post-production industries.

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