Contra Costa College
Course Outline
Department & Number
Course Title
Prerequisite
Challenge Policy
Co-requisite
Challenge Policy
Advisory
Music 130
Home Studio Recording
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Number of Weeks
18
Lecture Hours
3
Lab Hours 0
Hours By Arrangement
0
Activity Hours 0
Units 3
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course will provide a functional working knowledge of small studio multi-track recording studios, and will
include multi-track recording techniques, computer-assisted recording through sequencing, digital sound
processing and tape-to-sequencer synchronization techniques. Not repeatable.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
At the completion of the course the student will be able to:
Setup and create a functioning multi-track recording studio environment.
Demonstrate basic recording skills required to produce a recorded performance of good quality.
Identify and select the proper use of digital effects processing equipment in recorded musical production.
Recognize and utilize computer-sequenced music processing as a resource for increased productivity and
expression in the recorded medium.
Conduct and compare recordings sessions with and without the benefit of sequence to tape synchronization.
COURSE CONTENT: (In detail; attach additional information as needed and include percentage breakdown)
9
% Basic equipment needed.
9
% Description of recording studio environment.
9
% Principles of sing and multi-track recording.
9
% Contrast of acoustic versus electronic sound sources.
9
% Fundamentals of microphone recording techniques
9
% Principles of multi-track utilization in recording.
9
% Elements of digital sound effects processing.
10
% Introduction of computer sequencing and hard disk digital recording.
9
% Synchronization of computer sequence to tape and other devices.
9
% Elements of audio and digital tape production procedures.
METHODS OF INSTRUCTION
Lecture/Demonstration
Handouts
Guest lecturers
Video and audio tapes
Taped rehearsal and performance sessions
INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS
Textbook Title:
Author:
Publisher:
Edition/Date:
Modern Recording Techniques
Huber and Runstein
Focal Press
6th Edition, 2007
COURSE EXPECTATIONS (Use applicable expectations)
Outside of Class Weekly Assignments
Weekly Lab Assignments
Weekly Reading Assignments
Weekly Listening Assignments
Preparation for tests and/or classroom projects
Other Performance Assignments
Hours per week
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3
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2
1
STUDENT EVALUATION: (Show percentage breakdown for evaluation instruments)
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10
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Participation in discussions and in class projects
Project #1 - Music research and production analysis
Exam #1- In class exam
Project #2 – Written production proposal
Progress in individual and group performance skills, evaluated on a regular basis
Exam #2 - Take home exam
GRADING POLICY (Choose LG, CR/NC, or SC)
Letter Grade
Credit / No Credit
90% - 100% = A
80% - 89% = B
70% - 79% = C
60% - 69% = D
Below 60% = F
70% and above = Credit
Below 70% = No Credit
Prepared by:
Wayne Organ
Date: Semester/Year
Spring 2008
Revised 02/07
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Student Choice
90% - 100% = A
80% - 89% = B
70% - 79% = C
60% - 69% = D
Below 60% = F
70% and above = Credit
Below 70% = No Credit