Advanced Audio and MIDI Production

Course Number
MP-226
Description

This course builds upon the skills acquired in MP-225, Audio and MIDI Production, and works further toward comprehensive command of DAW environments, tools, and workflows for modern music production. Through a series of guided exercises and creative projects, students will explore synthesis and sampling technology; software instruments and sound design; MIDI sequencing, beat-making and drum sample augmentation; time-stretching and pitch editing; production analysis and replication; mixing techniques, blending electronic and acoustic sources; using special effects; and creative remixing. In-class review and discussion will emphasize producers’ artistic decisions as well as their technical execution.

Credits
2
Prerequisites
MP-225
Required Of
MPED majors
Electable By
MPED majors
Semesters Offered
Fall, Spring, Summer
Location
Boston
Department
MPE
Course Chair
Rob Jaczko
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