Music Pro Guides, co-authored by Maureen Droney with a foreword by Paul McCartney, explores the creation of some of the best music ever recorded and what it takes to become an iconic music professional. "Al Schmitt on the Record: The Magic Behind the Music" reveals answers to these questions and more.

In this memoir of one of the most respected engineers of all time, you'll discover how a young boy, mentored by his uncle Harry, progressed through the recording world in its infancy. Under the tutelage of legendary engineer and producer Tom Dowd, he became one of the all-time great recording engineers. Today, Schmitt remains an unstoppable force at the top of the recording world, with his name on megahits from artists like Paul McCartney, Diana Krall, and Bob Dylan. His credits include a veritable who's who of the music world.

Through compelling accounts of Schmitt's life in the studio, you'll see how he has maintained his position at the top of his game since the 1950s. Experience what it was like behind the scenes and in the studio during many of his historic recordings. Schmitt also shares recording techniques and creative approaches that have set him apart, including his use of microphones, effects, processors, and setup diagrams from many of his highly lauded recording sessions.