Introduction to Music Technology (259-0-1)

Instructors

Jasmine McKay Thomasian

Meeting Info

RCMA Lower Level 121: Tues, Thurs 11:00AM - 12:20PM

Overview of class

Introduction to music software, hardware, techniques and tools for the professional musician. Topics include basic acoustics, audio recording & editing, music notation, acoustic analysis, processing and synthesis, among others. Assignments include projects, exercises, readings, and presentations. This is a hands-on introductory course, so you will have the opportunity to try out a variety of softwares and techniques. Assignments will have a fixed set of skills-based learning objectives while remaining open enough that you can work in any genre.

Registration Requirements

Registration requires department consent. Priority is given to majors in the Bienen School of Music. To be added to the wait-list for registration, copy/paste this link and fill out the application form: https://bit.ly/MT259-4890. Wait-list applications from previous quarters do not carry over.

Class Materials (Required)

Personal laptops are required for all students, along with noise-isolating earbuds or over-ear headphones. No other materials required for purchase.