Introduction to Music Technology (300-0-1)

Instructors

Gen Tanaka

Meeting Info

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

Overview of class

This course will start by reviewing the nature of sound, and the principles of audio. Topics include audio recording, manipulation, and production. We will examine a variety of software, alongside an overview of hardware techniques, with a primary emphasis on foundational knowledge that can be transposed to a variety of future projects, software, and hardware.

This course replaces and is equivalent to MUS TECH 259 (Introduction to Music Technology).

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/MT300-4970. You may apply for a place in either or both Winter 2025 sections of MUS TECH 300 with a single response at that link, but wait-list applications from previous quarters (for MUS TECH 259 or 300) do not carry over.

Learning Objectives

Students will have gained an understanding of the nature of sound and the principles of analog/digital audio. They will cultivate the skills necessary to perform tasks such as creating a recording, mixing recordings, film scoring, and other creative pursuits in sound.

Evaluation Method

Assessments will include class participation, assignments, a written test, and a final project.

Class Materials (Required)

Laptop computers are required for all students, alongside noise-isolating earbuds or headphones.