MUSIC 389
Projects in Commercial Music
Music
College of Fine Arts and Communications
Course Description
Introductory projects in scoring for broadcast media, publication, and studio recording.
When Taught
Fall and Winter
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
2
Fixed
2
Fixed
2
Fixed
0
Other Prerequisites
Music 186, 222, 256, 296.
Title
Commercial Music Projects
Learning Outcome
The projects class will help students understand and prepare for real-world applications of the tools and techniques used in music production. A good working knowledge and understanding of MIDI, music compositional techniques, digital workstations(such as Pro Tools, Logic, Digital Performer), Virtual Instrument plug-ins and other production components are required. The class will review some basic principles and teach more advanced uses of these technologies. Class projects will range from realistic drum sequencing, writing and producing jingles, song clones to scoring for video and film.
