I am also concerned about the decibel levels at our area dances. In some cases it can, over the long term, cause some hearing loss. I am also concerned that the high sound levels contribute to a higher stress level in the hall. As a caller I work to address this problem with several tactics: - I try to have the sound on my mike adjusted for more higher frequencies so that I can be heard clearly. - I work with the sound engineer to lower the overall volume. - I give the dancers time to socialize. - I try to never shout over the socializing but rather use other attention-getting techniques. - I establish a predictable routine so the dancers will know exactly when it is time to quiet down and pay attention. I would be interested in any other ideas. - Greg McKenzie *************** At 04:01 AM 5/27/2010, you wrote: _______________________________________________ Callers mailing list Callers(a)sharedweight.net http://www.sharedweight.net/mailman/listinfo/callers