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Introduction to Audio Recording
Instructor: Michael Quam
Class Description:This is a hands-on introduction to audio
recording technology for music students. In thisclass students will
learn how to record their own music using a computer based digital
audioworkstation. In addition to recording their own music project,
students will gain real worldexperience recording a live RMCMA
concert. Class will culminate with a student final audioproject
presentation for the last class.
Topics covered include: Basic audio recording terminology and
principles. An overview ofrecording equipment including
microphones, preamps, cables and connectors. Analog anddigital
recording. Computer-based digital audio workstations. Editing,
mixing and masteringwithin the digital domain. Software-based music
production and MIDI. Troubleshooting andstudio maintenance.
Students are encouraged to bring musical instruments (including
voice) to class for in-classrecording sessions. Basic audio
recording equipment is required for student home recordingprojects.
Contact the instructor, Michael Quam ([email protected]), for more
information.
Class is open to high school age music students and up, with a
minimum of one year ofprivate lessons, ensemble or other music
performance experience.
Class Outline:
I. Introduction: Basic audio recording terminology and
principles
II. An overview of recording equipment
III. Preamps, cables and connectors
IV. Microphones types, techniques and applications
V. Analog and digital recording
VI. Computer-based digital audio workstations
VII. Editing, mixing and mastering within the digital domain
VIII. Software-based music production and MIDI
IX. Live recording
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X. Troubleshooting and studio maintenance
XI. Final Project Presentation
Day/Time: Thursdays, 6:00-7:00pm2011 Fall (12 weeks): Sept. 15
Dec. 82012 Winter (12 weeks): Jan. 12 April 5
Tuition (annual reg. fee applies):2010 Fall/2011 Winter: TBA2011
Spring: TBA
Discount to RMCMA individual lesson students.
Please contact the Registrar, Nancy Brace, to discuss pricing
and availability.Call the office at 303 665-0599 x100 or e-mail
[email protected]
