Pamela Z uses (and provides) the following instruments for her live performances:

• Voice
• Microphone(s)
• Boss SE-50 Multi-effects processor
• The BodySynth™ MIDI controller
• Apple G4 Powerbook w/ MAX MSP software.
• Behringer Mixer for submixing the voice and effects on stage.
• Art Guys brand glass "rainstick"
• Various found percussion instruments including: Alhambra 5-gallon water bottle, a slinky, sheets of Plexiglas, etc.
• For local engagements (S.F. Bay Area), if necessary, she can also provide a small PA consisting of two powered Yamaha Speakers on "Ultimate Support" stands resulting in a self-contained sound system run by the performer on stage.

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Pamela Z's technical needs vary depending on the venue and the program being performed. For most engagements, she will require sound reinforcement as detailed below. In some cases (i.e. small venues in driving distance of her home base) she may provide her own P.A. for an additional fee. And for more technically complex productions (i.e. multi-media performance works with visuals) she may require additional audio/visual equipment and operators. NOTE: Pamela Z prefers to work in a smoke-free environment.

technical requirements (to be provided by the venue or presenter):

• A sound engineer familiar with the in-house equipment.
• A stereo PA system with 2 available inputs (a stereo pair).
• A snake or a pair of cables to reach from the performing area to sound board.
• Direct Boxes (DIs) will be needed if your inputs are XLR.
• Speakers should be downstage of the performer or angled so that they do not feedback into the performer's microphone due to heightened feedback problems associated with live processing.
• Adequate monitoring (in some houses, the sound from the mains might suffice.)
• Grounded AC power on or near the stage. NOTE: For performances outside the United States, appropriate transformers and/or adapters will be needed to convert the power to interface with standard American equipment. (Alternating Current, 60hz, 110-120v, standard American 3-prong grounded plug)
• A small table, cart, or pedestal to elevate her equipment on stage. (At least 30" high, 30" wide, 18" deep.)
• For performances including video, a projector (preferably 2000 Lumen) and a projection surface will be needed.
• For performances outside of driving distance from San Francisco, A microphone stand (tri-pod style preferred) with boom.
• For performances outside of driving distance from San Francisco, an empty 5-gallon plastic water bottle (the type used on water coolers) may be required. (To see example of the bottle, click here.)

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In her studio, Pamela Z uses the following equipment for creating recorded works, preparing samples for her live performance works, and doing sound design or scores for filmmakers, video artists, and choreographers:

• Apple Computer w/ProTools system
• SoundDesigner II
• Alesis ADAT
• Roland S-760 sampler
• DAT, & CD decks
• A Mackie CR1604 mixing board
• Sony DV camera and Sony DV deck.

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