Aims of the Course

The course, which is run in conjunction with the University of Worcester, is a practically focused creative music programme that will develop students’ music production skill and expertise to industry standard.

Students will develop an array of related music creation techniques while studying the course, including; an understanding of studio recording practices, audio manipulation expertise, music for media, creative keyboard and synthesis techniques, mixing and mastering skills and a deep understanding of the music industry within a relevant, contemporary context.

Students will exclusively use Apple Mac computers plus a variety of music software including Logic Pro 8 and Pro Tools. Akai’s MPC range of samplers will also be used, alongside other hardware from manufacturers such as Korg, Focusrite and Digidesign.

Generally, the course is aimed at students with a background or interest in Electronic-based music such as Hip Hop, House, Drum & Bass, Broken Beat, R&B and Nu Jazz etc, who wish to work in the Music industry.

Students will use fully sound proofed, acoustically treated recording studios and will be offered a rich program of cocurricular activities, such as guest lecturers, seminars and study visits to London, New York and Barcelona in order to broaden students’ learning and development.

Course Content

Modules studied include:
• MIDI and Audio Music Production
• Computer Systems for Music
• Music Listening Skills
• Principles of Sound and Audio
• Creative Keyboard Techniques
• Audio Production Techniques
• History of Electronic Music
• Studio Techniques
• Advanced Production Techniques
• Creative Synthesis
• Music for Audio-Visual Contexts
• Music Industry
• Creative Mixing
• Music Production Analysis
• Final Music Project.

Jobs and Careers

A variety of career opportunities exist such as Music Production, Studio Engineering, Sound Design, Audio Post-Production and various Music Industry and Record Company based work.

Successful Completion

Successful completion could allow you to progress onto these courses: BA top-up year in Music Technology/Production.

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This course is run in association with The University of Worcester and students will study at the Kidderminster College site.