Study Modules
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Duration:
6 months
Price:
£1,944
Hours of study:
5 hours delivery per week, plus 7 hours additional studio & artist development time
Qualification:
SSR Diploma
Location:
SSR Manchester
Entry requirements:
Basic Computer Skills
Course start dates:
Every September/March
Classes run:
Evening
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1) Production Techniques
Reason
- For 8 weeks the course focuses on Reason
- ReDrum & ReCycle
- ReWire: synching Reason with Cubase and other sequencing software
Sampling
- The art of sampling using software samplers including the NN19/NNXT
- Techniques such as recording, editing, looping and time-stretching
- Accessing sound libraries
Synthesis
- Shaping sounds using hardware and software synthesisers such as Hypersonic, Monologue, Subtractor, Roland Juno 106, Roland SH 101
Remixing
- An insight into the world of the remix artist
- Use of lay-offs
- Identifying keys and creating harmonies
- Adding 'your sound' to the track
- Tricks and tips
2) Making Music
MIDI Sequencing
- Theory and practical uses of MIDI - communicating with hardware and virtual instruments
Structure & Arrangement
- Basic music theory
- How to build a song
- Understanding compositional techniques
- Dynamics, atmospherics, time signatures, tempo, meter, syncopation, verses, choruses, drops and fills
Wave Editing
- Using tools such as cut, glue, crossfade and automation to edit and blend waveforms
3) Audio Production
Studio Techniques
- Using a professional recording studio
- The basics of the mixing desk and recording
- Using a vocal booth
- Microphone types and using the correct studio equipment
- Working with an artist and getting the best from them in the studio
Audio Recording
- Recording live instruments and vocals
- Using Cubase as a studio tool
- Audio recordings as programmable and editable commodities
Audio Sequencing
- Using and manipulating samples of audio such as drum loops, a cappella vocals, hits and instrumental breaks
4) Mixing The Music
Mixing
- Learn to create a tonally and spatially balanced mix
- Develop your knowledge of EQ, levels and stereo placement and their importance to you as a producer
Effects
- Plug-ins - the virtual tools associated with today's production technology
- Learn to enhance your music with the use of studio effects and processors such as compression, gates & reverb
The Studio Environment
- What makes a good studio?
- Learn about spatial considerations, equipment and acoustics for both home and project studios
- Gain valuable experience in one of our professional studios
5) Production Analysis
Principles of Sound
- What are the key skills of a music producer?
- Introduction to the concepts of audio and music production
- How to turn your creative ideas into sound
Critical Listening
- Listening to and analysing music
- Understanding different approaches to music production
- Production values, arrangement and themes
- [Critical listening is used throughout the course]
6) Finishing the Track
Mastering
- Creating a professional sounding track, considering factors such as phase cancellation, maximisation and the use of finishing tools.
The Business
- The world of the professional producer
- Copyright, royalties and collection agencies
- Record and publishing deals
- Promoting yourself as an artist
- Guidance from industry professionals
Ableton Live
Designed as an instrument for live performance and as a DJ tool for composing and arranging, this loop-based software is ideal for DJs and Producers.
Apple Logic Pro
The Mac based Logic sequencer is renowned as a stable and powerful creation tool used in studios around the world. Learn the features and the uses of this tool via our industry trained Logic tutor in our specifically designed Mac suite.
Live Audition
Listen to one of your tracks in our state-of-the-art live venue at the end of term graduation in front of a live club audience.
Studio Recording
Access to six industry level studios and equipment.
One to One Additions
Individual advice on the equipment needed to build a home-based studio and career advice from our industry experienced tutors. |
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