Acoustic analysis of a music practice room
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https://doi.org/10.46421/encac.v17i1.3806Keywords:
Reverberation time, Noise control, Acoustic comfort, Musical educationAbstract
Acoustic comfort is an extremely important factor in the design of conservatories, music schools and music departments. In this context, this study seeks to analyse acoustic problems in small practice and rehearsal rooms for instrumentalists. The method chosen for this analysis was a case study undertaken at one of the practice rooms located in the piano department at the Escola de Música de Brasília (Brasília Music School), located in Brasília, Brazil. The internal sound pressure levels were measured according to NBR 10152:2020 and the reverberation time was estimated according to the Norris-Eyring formula, using the Reverb software. The data obtained in the case study was then used to develop suitable noise and reverberation control strategies for the room in question. The results obtained in the study, although entirely within the ranges recommended by the literature and technical standards, were considered inadequate due to the highly sensitive nature of the work performed in the room.
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