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Ragtime musical orchestration12/25/2023 ![]() ![]() Being that it is a digital medium steeped in binary math, most MIDI signals are sent in a range of 0-127 (7 bits with a check bit left over). It is now self-regulated by the Midi Manufacturers Association (MMA), which currently sets MIDI standards. Originated through the cooperation of a number of electronic instrument producers, through an effort headed by the Roland corporation, MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) is a protocol that allows all compatible musical instruments, computers, and playback sources to communicate with each other with minimal alteration of the intended original performance. This converts the MIDI data to pre-recorded waves of fairly good quality, creating an on-the-fly Wave recording for playback on even the cheapest sound cards. If you have a lesser quality sound card, most browsers either contain a MIDI player or allow you to install a plug-in for playing MIDI files. If your sound module or computer card are of high quality, MIDI will retain the same quality of sound regardless of connection speed. ![]() In an instance where a smaller MP3 file is available for faster loading on slower connections, this usually comes with a major loss of fidelity, thus rendering the final sound as highly inferior to the original source. This drastically alters the number of tunes that can be stored in a given server space, as well as the download time for each file. A MIDI file of a piano rag may be around 25k in size, where an MP3 recording of the same rag is typically well over 100 times that. The problem is with bandwidth, or the size of the file. ![]() Visit Bishopsgate Institute website to find out more.Advantages: In cases where the content needs to be as close to the original as possible, particularly in the case of vocals or "live" sounds, MP3 files are the clear winner. Ragtime: The Musical, 14-19 June, Bishopsgate Institute, 230 Bishopsgate, EC2M 4QH. In addition, the on-stage cast of 22 is supported by an off-stage choir, resulting in a belting reimagining of a Broadway classic. Original Orchestrationīishopsgate Institute and Centre Stage London’s production of Ragtime uses the show's original orchestration with 21 outstanding musicians on stage. The Institute itself dates from the Ragtime period in this show, the setting becomes like a character in the story. A fictionalised version of Goldman plays a pivotal role in Ragtime, while her real-life pamphlets form part of the Institute's collection. Ragtime rehearsalsĪlongside the show, there are special courses focusing on Ragtime in London and the famous anarchist Emma Goldman. Combining this top amateur dramatic society with a professional creative team has created a top quality theatrical production, the likes of which has never been performed before. ![]() The performers, from Centre Stage London, are getting stuck into Ragtime's historical context through research in the Institute's collection. Set at the dawn of the 20th century, Ragtime deals with themes often explored at Bishopsgate Institute: immigration and integration, societal change, workers' rights, industrialisation, as well as the birth of 'celebrity' and the days leading up to the outbreak of war in 1914. This exciting production is the perfect reflection of - and inspired by - the Institute's own special collections and archives. ![]()
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Snapseed photo editing video12/25/2023 ![]() ![]() Now, I could just go to Lightroom for this kind of thing, but the core simplicity and intuitive controls of Snapseed make it much less complicated than Lr. ![]() ![]() It’s wide range of powerful features and it’s complete lack of hidden purchases still do a lot to recommend it (the Selective Edit feature in particular is what turned me onto it in the first place) but…Having now tried this on two different phones, two different software profiles, the app hangs anytime I go to load a RAW image for development. Snapseed has been my go to editing app for close to a decade now. Face Pose - correct the pose of portraits based on three dimensional models.Face Enhance – add focus to the eyes, add face-specific lighting, or smoothen skin.Double Exposure - blend two photos, choosing from blend modes that are inspired by shooting on film and by digital image processing.Frames – add frames with adjustable size.Black & White – classic Black and White look straight out of the darkroom.Noir – Black and White film looks with realistic grain and the “wash” effect.Retrolux – go retro with light leaks, scratches, film styles.Vintage – the style of color film photo from the 50’s, 60’s or 70’s.Grainy Film – get modern film looks with realistic grain.Grunge – an edgy look with strong styles and texture overlays.Drama – add a hint of doomsday to your images.HDR Scape – bring a stunning look to your images by creating the effect of multiple exposures.Tonal Contrast – boost details selectively in the shadows, midtones and highlights.Glamour Glow – add a fine glow to images, great for fashion or portraits.Lens Blur – add a beautiful Bokeh to images (background softening), ideal for photographic portraits.Expand - increase the size of your canvas and fill up the new space in smart ways with content of your image.Curves - have precise control over the brightness levels in your photos.Text – add both stylized or plain text (38 predefined styles).Vignette – add a soft darkness around the corners like a beautiful, wide-aperture would do.Healing – remove the uninvited neighbor from a group picture.Selective – the renown “Control Point” technology: Position up to 8 points on the image and assign enhancements, the algorithm does the rest magically.Brush – selectively retouch exposure, saturation, brightness or warmth.White Balance – adjust the colors so that the image looks more natural.Perspective – fix skewed lines and perfect the geometry of horizons or buildings.Rotate – rotate by 90°, or straighten a skewed horizon.Crop – crop to standard sizes or freely.Details – magically brings out surface structures in images.Tune image – adjust exposure and color automatically or manually with fine, precise control.RAW Develop – open and tweak native camera files save non-destructively or export as JPG.Tutorial cards with tips and tricks about Snapseed and general photography.All styles can be tweaked with fine, precise control.Save your personal looks and apply them to new photos later. ![]()
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Wirecast streaming programs12/25/2023 ![]() ![]() So, if you are wondering how much does live streaming cost, we’ll definitely cover that for each event streaming tool discussed in this article.Īll of these questions will help you objectively evaluate a streaming software. Fortunately, the cost of live streaming an event has come down quite a lot in recent years – and there are even free live streaming options. Does the software have an API to enable custom integration with other software?.How to stream to multiple sites at once – i.e., can you do multi platform streaming?.Can you share your stream on platforms like YouTube, Facebook, TikTok, etc.?.Are there any templates or video frames for different occasions? (This can make your life much easier.).Can you share CTAs or links with viewers – for example, to send them to a course landing page?.– definitely important when you want to engage your prospective learners and provide them with value? Does the service offer features like live chat, emojis, file sharing, etc. ![]() Or can they access your video from a public link?.Do they need to download a new app or register for an account?.Is there are a duration limit on streaming or watching your video?.Does the streaming service have a banned or unsupported country list where viewers cannot see your stream?.Are there are any limits on the number of people who can view your live stream?.Does the service automatically adjust data consumption based on the user’s device and connection?. ![]()
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Honors calculus symbols and equations12/25/2023 ![]() Thanks for allowing me to stand on my soapbox and let this off my chest. ![]() Why don’t we stop having separate Honors and regular courses and give all students opportunities to demonstrate that they deserve the distinction?.Why don’t we start doing those things in all of our Honors courses?.Once we have that list, two questions remain for me: If every student could potentially earn Honors credit by doing enough to justify that distinction, what would they have to do? Imagine having this conversation with colleagues in your district and making a combined list! I’ll end by coming back to the question I asked about in the initial thought experiment. How can we talk about valuing equity yet allow this to happen? The reverse is also true as I’ve taught Honors courses and wondered how some students ended up in that class. We’ve all taught students in a regular course that would have been successful in an Honors course. This also makes you think about how a child even becomes an Honors student. Your feelings on these answers may vary from shock to agreement to being appalled. … cover almost the same content as regular classes but just have the “better” students.… do additional higher Depth of Knowledge (DOK) problems and problem-based lessons.… require students to do more homework/classwork/projects/quizzes.… cover some of the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) plus standards ( defined in the last paragraph of pg 147). ![]()
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Best ice cream near me12/25/2023 ![]() And perhaps the most puzzling to me was the texture. The sweetness level? Also off! I don't love an overly-sweet dessert, but I'd say this one wasn't sweet enough. In terms of the vanilla flavor, it was hardly there. Like, so hard I had to chew it - and remember, I took all of these ice creams out of the fridge at the same time to let them thaw a bit. For a brand known for their rich and creamy vanilla ice cream (heck, I've heard lots of people swear that their vanilla is the best vanilla!), I found it to be aggressively hard. On top of the seriously disappointing cookie situation, I found the ice cream itself to be totally lackluster. Let's be real, if they're generous with their chocolate cookies, they're probably not going to rip you off on their cookie dough or cake batter or chocolate chips. To that end, I concluded that the individual flavors of the various elements would be easy to distinguish from one another, and I also realized that cookies 'n' cream would likely be a great barometer for how much each brand gives you when it comes to the mix-ins. ![]()
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See rank isadora swann12/25/2023 ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() When Celia reads the lovely letter she ends up writing back and starts corresponding with Jake. I've said this before when it comes to Hallmark Christmas movies there are those which genuinely fill you with the warmth and spirit of Christmas whilst others feel like they are just normal Hallmark movies packaged up in some tinsel and bows.īut when the letters stop arriving Jake decides to find Celia and Lily, trouble is when he does they don't know he was the one responding to Santa's letters. Royal baby announcements through the ages: From easels to Instagram (as well as THAT statement fiasco after Meghan Markle gave birtth)Ħ00-million-year-old sacred icons, tropical wonders and Australia's LARGEST National Park: Why the Northern Territory is becoming Australia's must-see destination 'This is a difficult message, and one that hurts me a lot': Lewis Capaldi CANCELS all work commitments to 'rest and recover' for Glastonbury Katie Price reveals her dog Blade has died after being hit by a car - as petition to ban her from owning pets soars to 30K after SEVEN animal deaths at her home How Princess Eugenie's newborn son will push senior royals including Prince Edward and Princess Anne further down the line of succession Kitts! From authentic gourmet experiences to the scenic 'Sugar Train' and the iconic Brimstone Hill Fortress National Park, discover why this Caribbean island is so much more than its beautiful beaches Pete Doherty reveals the name of his newborn daughter after becoming a father for the third time as wife Katia de Vidas gives birth to their first childĪwkward moment Holly Willoughby hands over to Ruth Langsford on This Morning after Eamonn Holmes issued brutal criticisms of her and Phillip Schofield 'Can't wait to be back on your TV!' Braless Love Island host Maya Jama looks incredible in white panel sheer dress as she arrives at the villa Michelle Keegan looks effortlessly stylish in denim and navy cropped jacket as she is joined by husband Mark Wright while out in Mayfair 'Be very careful you're giving yourself away!': Corrie fans convinced Daisy's secret identity is about to be revealed as Ryan discovers he's being catfishedįrom DMs to down the aisle: Young bride and groom-to-be share their love story and the journey to finding the PERFECT engagement ring Taylor Swift's relationship history: As star splits from The 1975's Matty Healy - a look at her VERY colourful love lifeĪfter squashing so-called 'feud' with BFF Hailey Bieber Don't get me wrong as "Love Always, Santa" is a cute little Hallmark movie but not one which really works the magic of Christmas side of things.Kendall Jenner flashes 'underbust' in bikini-clad FWRD summer campaign.ĭespite a set up which involves writing a letter to Santa this is how "Love Always, Santa" comes across for the simple reason the focus is not on Christmas but on the romance and mystery especially when as part of a book promotion tour Jake ends up in the town where the letters came from. Don't get me wrong as "Love Always, Santa" is a cute little Hallmark movie but not one which really works the magic of Christmas side of things.Love Island launch to reveal shock new twist as producers make change to the show that's never been seen before before sporting Harvard shirts with daughter North Kim Kardashian goes make-up free to attend son Saint's soccer game in LA. Despite a set up which involves writing a letter to Santa this is how "Love Always, Santa" comes across for the simple reason the focus is not on Christmas but on the romance and mystery especially when as part of a book promotion tour Jake ends up in the town where the letters came from. I've said this before when it comes to Hallmark Christmas movies there are those which genuinely fill you with the warmth and spirit of Christmas whilst others feel like they are just normal Hallmark movies packaged up in some tinsel and bows. But when the letters stop arriving Jake decides to find Celia and Lily, trouble is when he does they don't know he was the one responding to Santa's letters. Jake (Mike Faiola) a writer of children's books has agreed to respond to letters sent to Santa which come through his local sorting office and is touched when he reads Lily's letter, writing a sweet letter back to her. It is why when she writes her letter to Santa she doesn't ask for anything for herself but asks for her mum to find her spark once again. Ever since her husband passed away Celia (Marguerite Moreau) has devoted her life to being mum to Lily (Isadora Swann) and young Lily can see that the spark her mum once had has gone. ![]()
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August smart lock keypad12/25/2023 ![]() It also helped me with a claim against a guest who refused to leave my property at checkout time - I could screen shot the door being open and closed (in my cleaner's face) and locked again from the inside. If you have an August Keypad, once you have enabled the August integration. Compatible with: August Smart Lock, 3rd Gen. This kit includes adapters to fit with most standard cylinder deadbolts. Our all-in-one smart lock with added keycode entry for more convenience for you and your guests. Have had zero issues with it for the year+ I've had it, and I like that I can see when the door is open, closed, locked or unlocked. Adapters enable your current deadbolt to work with August Smart Lock, 3rd Gen, and August Wi-Fi Smart Lock, 4th. While there's never been anything particularly ugly about. August Wi-Fi Smart Lock (4th Generation) 157. The August Wi-Fi Smart Lock is 45 smaller than its predecessors, measuring roughly 2.8 inches in diameter and just 1.8 inches in depth. The keypad is made from durable materials and is built to last. I do the same when they check out - I lock it at 11 am. Keypad Smart Lock in the Electronic Door Locks department at Lowes. The August Smart Keypad is compatible with most August Smart Locks. once I've done that and the call ends, I just open the door remotely with August and the guest is able to grab the keys inside. ![]() When someone arrives at my building, I have to buzz them in on my phone anyway. Never leave keys under the mat again Create unique entry codes to unlock door Lock your August Smart Lock with one touch Easy install, battery powered (AAA). Instead of fiddling with the app, or trying to have people download the app & use it correctly, I just do it myself. ![]() I do not have the keypad lock because my building doesn't allow handles to look different from the outside, so keypads are out. Meet our all-in-one Wi-Fi Smart Lock that has all the convenience and smarts you need, powered by one beautiful lock. I'll be a voice of dissent and say I LOVE my August Lock. ![]()
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Tampa bay lightning roster 201612/25/2023 ![]() The Rolling Thunder Podcast is proud to be part of The Hockey Podcast Network! To support our podcast, download it from any podcast platform!ĭownload the DraftKings app and use code “THPN” for specials. Head Coach: Jon Cooper (51-23-0-8) Assistant Coach: Rob Zettler Assistant Coach: Derek. Photo Gallery 34 photos of 34 players Game Results. League Search Page-> NHL-> 2021-22-> Tampa Bay Lightning-> Roster & Statistics. Over/under for the number of wins for the Thunder this seasonįollow Matthew ( and Jason on Twitter/X ( Jmals24) to share your thoughts on the podcast and who you’d like to have on in future episodes! The roster, scoring and goaltender statistics for the 2021-22 Tampa Bay Lightning playing in the NHL.What are the offensive ceilings this season for Brayden Watts, Jay Dickman, and Peter Bates.How can the Thunder manage three goaltenders this season?.Two different planes of success this season for the San Jose Sharks and San Jose Barracuda. ![]() Includes game times, TV listings and ticket information for all Lightning games.
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D5 caterpillar dozer specs12/25/2023 ![]() ![]() ![]() Get dimensions, size, weight, detailed specifications and compare to similar Crawler Tractor models. Find equipment specs and information for this and other Crawler Dozers. View updated Caterpillar D5G LGP Crawler Tractor specs. of cylinders, cylinder bore x stroke, emission level, undercarriage type, engine manufacturer, engine model, aspiration, rated speed, engine output - net, engine output - gross, transmission type, track rollers, raised sprocket, shoe - width, shoe - type, number of shoes, service brake type, height - top of rops, ground clearance, width - over tracks, track length - on ground, length - no blade, blade, blade - width, blade - height, blade - dig depth, blade - lift clearance, blade - tilt, steering - differential, steering - clutches and brakes, fuel tank, blade - capacity, ground bearing pressure, implement pump - flow, implement pump - pressure, operating weight are available in the full technical specs. 5.1 ft (2 m) Specs for the Caterpillar D5G XL. drawbar pull, dimension lxwxh, displacement, revolutions at max torque, max. Fuel efficiency and features to make service and maintenance easier help you reduce your overall dozer owning and operating costs. Cat® bulldozers help you move more material in less time. More technical details, like: average fuel consumption, fuel consumption range (min - max), transport length, transport width, transport height, soil pressure, travel speed, reverse travel speed, front blade width, transmission type, max. Cat® Technology for construction helps contractors meet production goals and improve effi. More technical details, like: average fuel consumption, fuel consumption range (min - max), transport length, transport width, transport height, soil pressure, travel speed, reverse travel speed, front blade width, transmission type, max. ![]() |