Course Descriptions
Programming Beats 10206112 Concept of rhythm , utilizing drums and percussion in various styles with Drummer Tracks and Ultrabeat-Logic ' s beat creation interface . Musical feel as well as quantizing and expression are explored . Course Typically Offered : Fall
Music Synthesis 10206115 Concept of digital synthesis , using various software synthesizers . Creating new sounds and instruments for use in song creation in many styles . FM , Wavetable , Additive , Subtractive as well as sampling based synthesis are discussed . Course Typically Offered : Fall
Sampling & Remixing 10206121 Creating sound from many audio sources , manipulating and using those sounds in musical compositions . Changing existing song structure to create extended dance mixes , radio mixes and dubs . Distribution and marketing for the new composer / songwriter , finding musical opportunities . Course Typically Offered : Spring
Mixing & Mastering 10206114 The fundamental principles and techniques needed to fuse multiple audio elements into a clear comprehensive final product . Delivery of professional sounding stereo audio files , that can be used on TV , radio , film and the internet . Examine modern music production , including level control , frequency content , stereo imaging , and spatial depth . Lessons will include equalization and dynamic level adjustment of stereo content to make it competitive , balancing audio tracks , panning , dynamics ( compressors , limiters , expanders , and gates ), enhancers , delays and reverb . Course Typically Offered :
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