Applying Automation to High Quality/Low Cost Orchestra Live Streaming

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Publisher: SMPTE — White Plains, NY, USA
Doc Type: Journal Article
Content Type: Original Research
Abbreviated Title: SMPTE Mot. Imag. J
Volume: 129, No. 3, pp. 39–43
Abstract: Many publicly funded orchestras are looking to engage new audiences via live streaming but this approach has always been expensive and complicated, and limited budgets prevent it from being a regular occurrence. The use of robotic pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) cameras can reduce the cost. These cameras, however, require a large number of different shots to avoid becoming too static and boring for the viewer. This then requires more PTZ operators, which then starts to negate the original savings. This article outlines some experiments that we have conducted with the British Broadcasting Corp. (BBC) Scottish Symphony Orchestra (SSO) to repurpose and adapt an existing multicamera automation tool designed for capturing pop music performances to a different genre and style of music. We will consider if this approach can help bring costs down while maintaining the visual interest and complexity of a high-shot-count orchestral capture.
Publication Date: 2020-04-01
DOI: 10.5594/JMI.2020.2969762
ISSN: Print: 1545-0279 | Electronic: 2160-2492
Link: https://doi.org/10.5594/JMI.2020.2969762
Author(s): David R. Chalmers
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David R. Chalmers is the technology development manager for BBC Scotland, Glasgow, U.K. Along with his small team, he is responsible for evaluating and developing new technology solutions for TV and audio production. His background is in electronics and camera sensor design. Recently, he has specialized in innovation around IP contribution for outside broadcasts and in low-cost production.
Keyword(s): Automation, Orchestra, Pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ), Software, Streaming
Copyright: © 2020 SMPTE

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