
Hornsby Musical Society have marked a unique milestone - 50 “unforgettable productions together” with us at Loud and Clear Audio.
Our owner and founder, David Betterridge, reminisced about what he described as the rich history, friendships, and enduring magic that can only come from decades of collaboration.
The partnership began in 1995 with a production of Les Misérables where Betterridge recalls enduring freezing winter temperatures and the challenges of a vast cathedral-like auditorium.
“We achieved something extraordinary. Mixing the show – sometimes in fingerless gloves.”
“It was a huge success and the first of many Les Mis seasons I would mix. I counted 88 performances before I went mad.”
That show sparked a relationship with Hornsby that has only grown stronger, with countless show memories, and a shared dedication to theatrical excellence.

Loud and Clear’s journey has seen the company grow from a passion project to a fully-fledged operation with a team of over 40 and equipment valued at over $3 million dollars.
We have also recently celebrated our 1300th show!
As the audience gathered for Hornsby’s evening’s performance of Urinetown at the end of 2024, our founder presented a commemorative memento to the company.
What resonated in his speech was a love for the craft and the community that has supported it for nearly three decades.
Amusingly, he noted the connection between Les Miserables and Urinetown: “The only thing I could find that links Les Mis to Urinetown is sewers. And revolution of course.”

For Hornsby Musical Society and Loud and Clear Audio, this milestone symbolises not just the past 50 shows, but also so many more they will continue to create together.
Here’s to a future filled with more remarkable productions, unforgettable memories, and the sounds of success!
Best Regards,
Loud and Clear Audio - Bringing Your Sound to Life!
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