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The Music Production and Recording Technology program combines the
discipline of private study in an instrument or voice, aural acuity
learned in ensemble participation and experience with recording,
MIDI systems and music production into an exciting and creative
major.
The curriculum emphasizes both recording and composition of commercial
music. In addition, all students major in voice or their chosen
instrument and are thoroughly trained as performers. All students
minor in a secondary performance area as well. Saxophone, trumpet,
trombone, piano, guitar, bass and percussion students may elect
to complete their applied music and ensemble requirements by following
the Jazz Emphasis in lieu of the more traditional classical study.
The specialized course work and career preparation of the music
production and recording technology program are supported by frequent
opportunities for practical skill application. Recording Practicum
provides four semesters of practical experience working in three
general areas: recording live concerts and recitals, providing sound
reinforcement and assisting in the studio with actual recording
sessions.
The curriculum is supported by a core of theoretical, music literature-history
and academic courses that are necessary for both the acquisition
of professional competence and admission to reputable graduate schools.
A broad range of electives allow the student to gain knowledge and
expertise according to his or her interests.
The successful commercial musician must be conversant in all styles
of popular music, including styles of the past. To meet this need,
the music production and recording technology program includes professional
courses in music literature and history, jazz history and analysis
and jazz arranging and composition.
The technical portion of the curriculum includes courses in the
design and application of recording systems, sound reinforcement,
mixdown, electronic music, popular song and jingle writing and lyric
writing. The program is supported by classes in tonal and 20th century
theory, aural skills, sightsinging, keyboard harmony, conducting,
instrumentation, arranging, form and analysis and participation
in a variety of ensembles.
Students also complete academic studies in English, social and behavioral
science, business, philosophy or religion, mathematics, acoustics
and kinesiology or dance.
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