Music: Intro to Music Technology (A)

About MU 1770 A

Introductory overview of music technology. Study of acoustic physics, history of music technology, basic hardware set up, computerized music notation, Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) electronic music production, and music video creation. Prerequisite: MU 1310 or Instructor permission.

Notes

Prerequisite enforced by the system: MU 1310; Instructor permission required; PACE students with permission and override System waitlisting enabled for this section.

Section Description

This course introduces students to the fundamental concepts, tools, and techniques of modern music production using Logic Pro. Students develop practical skills in creating, organizing, recording, editing, and producing music in a digital environment. Topics include session setup and file management, tempo and metronome settings, sample rates and bit depth, MIDI programming, virtual instruments, loops, audio recording, editing, and exporting. Students explore essential mixing techniques, including gain staging, equalization, panning, channel inserts, automation, and the use of auxiliary sends and buses. Additional topics include working with audio samples, Flex Time, musical notation, Foley and sound design, and incorporating video and timecode into audio production workflows. Through hands-on exercises and creative projects, students gain a foundational understanding of the technical and creative processes involved in contemporary music production.

Section Expectation

Complete weekly assignments. Attendance at all class meetings. 6 hours per week outside of class.

Evaluation

Attendance, participation, projects

Important Dates

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