MUSC 161: Computer Applications to Music II. This course develops the student�s ability to produce his or her own multi track recordings with Protools digital audio workstation. Fundamentals of auxiliary buss, application of plug-in inserts such as EQ, compression, noise gate, delay, and reverb are applied. Principals of analogue and sample synthesis are applied to the development of projects. Fundamentals of microphone theory and application are introduced. Notation software is introduced and well as workstation components and application.
Prerequisites: MUSC 160
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standard statementCourse Details| Total number of weeks | 15 |
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| Total Hours | 30 |
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Typical hours per week breakdown| Lecture | 2 |
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Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will be able to:
- develop an advanced understanding of the digital audio workstation;
- develop the ability to edit the pitch and rhythmic placement of audio files;
- develop the ability midi information used with synthesizers;
- develop an introductory knowledge of Compression, Reverb, Digital Delay, Noise Gating, Side Changing, Effect Automation; and
- develop and understanding of basic microphone technique, and microphone construction.
- learn to record digital audio and virtual instruments using midi;
- develop fundamental working practices of developing recording projects;
- develop the language and concepts of the recording environment;
- develop personal musical growth as a composer and as a recording technician;
- develop an understanding of the basic functions of effects application to recorded tracks;
- learn the fundamentals of recording theory;
- develop the ability to record music for personal and professional use;
- develop transferable knowledge that is applicable to all digital audio workstations;
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