MUS 258 - Advanced Music Recording and Production

3 Credits, 3 Contact Hours
3 lecture periods 0 lab Periods
Advanced concepts and techniques for ensemble music recording and modern music production including digital audio recording system design and optimization, equipment organization and maintenance, digital audio collaborations, post production, audio mixing and music mastering. Includes hands-on experience in real-world audio production scenarios and opportunities to collaborate with artists and ensembles. This course is intended for students with audio engineering and/or music production experience.

Prerequisite(s): MUS 257  
 

1. Describe various audio systems and their applications
2. Design a hypothetical audio production system for a specific application
3. Explore advanced miking techniques for various types of instruments and ensembles
4. Explore advanced monitoring and mixing techniques
5. Recognize recording techniques for live music ensembles
6. Create a master recording
7. Read signal flow diagrams and equipment specifications
8. Evaluate psychoacoustics as pertaining to the aesthetics of music
9. Create an electro-acoustic art piece

II. Sound Sources and Acoustic Spaces

III. Transducers; Microphones to Loud Speakers

IV. Audio Reproduction; Mono, Stereo, Binaural, Immersive Audio

V. Location Ensemble Recording

VI. The Art of Engineering; Aesthetics of Music and Technical Choices

VII. Circuit Diagnosis and Repair

VIII. Advanced Digital Audio Tools