To prepare students for
the Music Technology world both professionally
and educationally by developing skills in music
production, studio recording, music business and
DJ culture. Students will use a variety of software
including Cubase and Pro Tools plus various hardware
including Tascam 48 channel digital mixers, Korg
synthesisers and Technics turntables.
The course is generally aimed at students with a background or interest in Hip Hop, House, Drum & Bass, Broken Beat, Nu Jazz, R&B and all forms of Electronic Music who wish to work in the Music industry.
Course Content
• Music Sequencing
• Computer Systems for Music
• Sound Recording
• Sound Creation
• Planning and Creating a Music Project
• Keyboard Skills
• Music Industry
• Live Sound
• Music for Multimedia
• DJ Technology
• Music Listening Skills.
Jobs and Careers
Music production , studio engineering, remixing,
sound mixing and Music industry / record company-based
work.
Successful
Completion
Possible progression on
to HND Urban and Electronic Music Production at
Kidderminster College. Other courses including
BA Music Production, BA Music Technology and BA
Music Business.
Code:
FT059
Programme
Area:
Creative Industries
Course Length:
One year full time.
Qualifications
Needed:
4 GCSEs including English
and Maths at grade C or above or equivalent.
Interview required:
Yes.
Fee:
£35 admin fee + If you are aged 19+ a
fee may be payable - please check with Student
Services.