Sound Recording and Production 2

Overview

This module explores the theory and practice of multi-track sound recording, editing, mixing and mastering. Students are introduced to a wide range of close microphone techniques used for the multitrack recording of ‘pop’ music. Students gain practical experience of the recording and mixing processes working alongside School based performance ensembles. Students also develop their technical listening skills using online soundbanks that focus on microphone placement for a range of sound sources. Additional topics covered include microphone design, ‘producing’ a pop music recording session, performance refinement and the mastering process.

Learning Objectives

On completion of this module students will be able:
(i) To use a range of multitrack recording techniques for recording 'Pop' music
(ii) To operate industry standard DAW environments including software and associated control surfaces
(iii) To mix and master multitrack recordings to professional standard
(iv) To critically evaluate the recording techniques applied in commercial 'pop' recordings

Skills

(i) Numeracy, creative thinking and problem solving.
(ii) Identify, analyse and solve problems by prioritising tasks, coping with complexity, setting achievable goals and taking action
(iii) Work with information and handle a mass of diverse data, assess risk and draw conclusions (analysis, attention to detail, judgement).
(iv) Apply subject knowledge and understanding from the degree pathway.
(v) Possess high level transferable key skills such as the ability to work with others in a team, to communicate (both orally and in writing), influence, negotiate and resolve conflict.
(vi) Have the ability and desire to learn for oneself and improve one's self-awareness and performance, to uphold the values of lifelong learning and demonstrate emotional intelligence.
(vii) Demonstrate confidence and motivation to start and to finish the job, adaptability/flexibility, creativity, initiative, leadership, decision-making, negotiating and the ability to cope with stress.
(viii) Demonstrate the knowledge and experience of working with relevant modern technology.
(ix) Demonstrate critical evaluation outcomes of professional practice.
(x) Reflect on and evaluate their own practice.

Assessment

None