Music: Studio Production II

Explores advanced techniques of music studio production. Topics include recording hardware, signal processing, Digital Audio Workstations, and post production engineering (mixing and mastering). Prerequisite: MU 2771.

Prereqs enforced by the system: MU 2771; Instructor Permission Required PACE students with permission and override

Course Description The course description should give students an overview of this course. This usually includes: PURPOSE - To give students a study into the Recording Studio Process. To understand signal flow, microphones and techniques, equalizers and compressors, mixing and production of material. Other concepts regarding learning the UVM studio itself and how it may integrate with other studios set up and functionality. General studio management. Weekly lectures and demonstration of recording techniques, Student class projects, individual editing and mixing assignments. Course Learning Objectives Upon successful completion of this course and the sequential courses, the student will have knowledge of the principles presented to record, mix and master projects worthy of commercial acceptability. Required Course Materials: TBA Brightspace: TBA Homework, quizzes, Projects, Out of class preparation: Written assignments may be issued occasionally and collects the following week. Occasional quizzes may be given. In order to maintain satisfactory standing in this class, approximately 2 hours per week of out of class preparation are required.

Attendance Policy and Classroom Environment Expectations: Attendance an class participation is mandatory. Each student is expected to engineer and or assist during in class recording projects. Phones are to be turned off. No food or drink in the studio. Grading Criteria/Policies: 50% Attendance, participation, homework and quizzes. 25% Recorded/ Mixed projects 25% Final exam Absolutely no make-up quizzes or exams will be given without documented emergency. Extra work such as term papers cannot be used to substitute for a missed exam or to help improve a grade. Your final grade will be lowered one letter grade for each unexcused physical absence over two. Assessments (Graded Work): Listed in weekly Course Schedule

Course Evaluation: UVM presents course evaluation near semesters end. Tips for Success (optional): USE YOUR PERSONAL WEEKLY STUDIO TIME !! www.youtube.com - Most every tutorial is there. To succeed in this course you must be present, both in body and mind. Participation is an essential element of a small seminar - be alert and engaged in class.