Electronic Music Production Diploma

Dive into an audio journey with the Audio Post-Production Workshop Capstone. Through intricate Pro Tools projects, students demonstrate their proficiency in sound design for motion pictures, television, video games and virtual reality. By synthesizing concepts from Audio Production, Post-Production and Mixing Workshops alongside related coursework, students exhibit their ability to fuse technical expertise with artistic expression, contributing to the evolution of auditory storytelling.

Step into the spotlight of auditory excellence with the Desktop Mixing Techniques Workshop Capstone. Harnessing the insights garnered from the associated workshop course, this transformative journey empowers you to showcase your expertise through advanced mix projects tailored to your entertainment industry focus. By skillfully applying your accumulated knowledge, you'll construct professional-grade portfolio projects that reflect your creative prowess and technical finesse. Engage in a collaborative atmosphere where constructive peer and instructor feedback amplifies your growth, culminating in a presentation that embodies your journey towards sonic mastery.

Experience the pinnacle of creative achievement in the Digital Production Techniques Workshop Capstone. This course empowers you to unveil your mastery by presenting advanced projects on digital audio workstations, tailored to your entertainment industry aspirations. Leveraging the insights from preceding workshop courses, you'll forge practical projects that embody your vision while receiving invaluable feedback from peers and instructors. This capstone journey is a transformative endeavor, crafting a professional portfolio that stands as a testament to your growth and creative prowess in the digital production realm.

Students in the MIDI & Synthesis Workshop Capstone present their MIDI and programming projects, cultivated from MIDI & Synthesis Workshop I, II and III. By merging skills developed in this specialized realm with principles drawn from complementary courses, students craft intricate musical compositions that embody the intersection of creative flair and technical acumen. These projects encapsulate their journey of mastering musical technology.

Gain practical expertise in sound design for various media forms Including; film, TV, games and virtual reality while exploring editing, design and synchronization techniques within standard post-production protocols.

This course offers students a comprehensive understanding of auditory perception in relation to music production and audio mixing techniques. Through practical exercises and comparative studies of mixing styles, students will develop critical listening skills and learn how to identify essential sonic features that impact audio mixes.

This course offers students a thorough and hands-on introduction to mixing techniques and digital mixing technologies. Students will learn about various stages of the mixing process, including equalization, panning, dynamic processing, effects processing and automation, from both artistic and technical perspectives and will apply these practical mix techniques to multiple music genres.

Students will be equipped with the vital technical, creative and practical skills needed for professional music production. Students will explore composition, MIDI programming, sound design, mixing and sampling techniques using various digital audio workstations to create effective digital productions, practicing through in-class assignments.

Students will learn how to practically use audio signal processing devices in sound reinforcement and production. They will gain hands-on experience in applying time-based processing, dynamics-based processing and effects processing using digital plug-ins within different digital audio workstations.

Students will explore the history of music distribution and the influence of new technologies on reaching wider audiences. They will also learn about important aspects like royalties, licensing, music aggregators, streaming services, alternate revenue streams and music funding organizations, while understanding how to build a digital ecosystem for music distribution.

Develop comprehensive skills in digital audio recording technologies, using Pro Tools and advanced techniques for music production.

Delve into the theoretical and technical aspects of sound and recording in the digital realm, exploring hardware, software, codecs, digital media and operating principles.

Apply practical knowledge of digital hardware and software, learning about cables and their applications, interfaces, digital communication protocols and associated operating principles.

Students will gain hands-on experience applying sound, music and DJ arts principles in a practical manner. They will learn to use various DJ software and hardware, explore DJ techniques like beat matching, loops, samples and set building and develop the skills needed to think and act like a professional DJ.

During this course students will be introduced to applied acoustic principles, microphones, signal flow, recording studio equipment, console operation, session protocols and communication skills. Students will also be introduced to microphone placement, signal paths and studio environments, including live and broadcast. Students will gain knowledge of practical physics and become technically capable and encouraged to begin acting and thinking as professional recording engineers.

Explore the music, broadcast, film, gaming and live event industries, gaining insights into various sectors and learning about music industry infrastructure, entrepreneurship and business planning.

Develop essential skills for career development in the entertainment industry, including resume writing, communication and job search techniques, while creating a professional portfolio.

Learn practical knowledge of working with sound in different environments, applying acoustic principles to instruments, musicians and spaces for the purpose of recording or amplifying in a variety of different sound environments.

Develop advanced insights into synthesizers, synthesis and the MIDI protocol, gaining practical knowledge of waveform manipulation, filters, oscillators and envelopes.

Learn to leverage synthesizer technology, sampling and the MIDI protocol, applying practical skills in musical composition and production using MIDI workstations, controllers and a variety of programming software.

Explore the technical, creative and business responsibilities of a record producer, including communication skills, arranging, music & recording techniques and project management in music production.

Students will gain a thorough understanding of creating music for various visual media like film, television and video games. They will learn how to compose original music to match visuals, explore aesthetics and composition principles and discover the technical aspects of working with video in a digital audio workstation (DAW), including synchronizing music to visuals and finalizing their creations.

Delve into the history and interrelationships of various musical styles and genres, exploring their cultural influences and evolution.

Develop a comprehensive understanding of music theory, covering notation, form, scales, modes, triads, seventh chords, time signatures, transposition and their practical applications in composition, arrangement and recording.

Gain a complete introduction to the principles of sound and acoustics, covering physics principles, wave propagation, auditory perception and the acoustics of musical instruments.

Acquire in-depth knowledge and techniques for recording audio on film and television sets, learning about equipment, dialog recording techniques and professional protocols.