Music Production and Recording Technology

Music, Recording, Composition, Sound Reinforcement, MIDI and Music Production

SSL Duality in the studio

The Music Production and Recording Technology program combines the discipline of private study on an instrument or voice, the aural acuity learned in ensemble participation, experience with recording, MIDI systems and music production, and live sound reinforcement all combined into an exciting and creative major.

The fully-equipped digital and analog studio consists of a Solid State Logic Duality console, an array of outboard signal processing equipment, state of- the-art microphones, ProTools, Cubase and Logic Studio, as well as a complement of MIDI and analog synthesizer equipment. There is also a MIDI and new Mac lab with various industry-standard software applications available to students.

Undergraduate Degrees in Music Production and Recording Technology

The curriculum emphasizes both recording and composition of commercial music. In addition, all students major in voice or their chosen instrument and are thoroughly trained as performers. All students minor in a secondary performance area as well. Saxophone, trumpet, trombone, piano, guitar, bass and percussion students may elect to complete their applied music and ensemble requirements by following the Jazz Emphasis in lieu of the more traditional classical study.

The specialized course work and career preparation of the music production and recording technology program is supported by frequent opportunities for practical skill application. Recording and sound reinforcement practicum, plus assistant engineering provides four semesters of practical experience working in three general areas: recording live concerts and recitals, providing sound reinforcement for performances and assisting in the studio with actual recording sessions.

A core of theoretical, music literature history and academic courses that are necessary for both the acquisition of professional competence and admission to reputable graduate schools supports the curriculum. A broad range of electives allows the student to gain knowledge and expertise according to his or her interests. The two paths offered are Bachelor of Music in Music Production and Recording Technology Classical Emphasis (all instruments and voice) and Jazz Emphasis (saxophone, trumpet, trombone, piano, guitar, bass or percussion only).

The successful commercial musician must be conversant in all styles of popular music, including styles of the past. To meet this need, the music production and recording technology program includes professional courses in music literature and history, jazz history and analysis and jazz arranging and composition.

The technical portion of the curriculum includes courses in the design and application of recording systems, sound reinforcement, mix-down, electronic music, popular song and jingle writing and lyric writing. The program is supported by classes in tonal and 20th century theory, aural skills, sight singing, keyboard harmony, conducting, instrumentation, arranging, form and analysis and participation in a variety of ensembles.

Students also complete academic studies in English, social and behavioral science, business, philosophy or religion, mathematics, acoustics and kinesiology or dance.

After completing course work, the student will experience an internship of 150 hours. The internship site will be determined by the student and program director.

Adam Olson's Studio
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Golder O'Neill's Studio
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Dan Shores' Studio
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