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MUS / MED 318-71 & 318-72: Music Technology http://people.wcsu.edu/wintersg/ Instructor: Gregg Winters Voice Mail: (203) 341-1570
Office Hours: By Appointment E-Mail: [email protected]
Syllabus Course Description: This class is an introduction to the use of computers in music production, music notation, and music education. Basic software and concepts in educational and music technology will be emphasized. Sources, selection, evaluation, creation, and implementation of electronic media for the musician and music educator will be covered in this course. Course Goals: • Identify the basic components of a computer music workstation and their function • Correctly configure and connect workstation hardware/software • Demonstrate an understanding of common MIDI and audio applications such as: notation, sequencing, plug-ins, loop-based, software instruments, tutorial, and accompaniment software • Demonstrate the ability to utilize a computer music workstation (hardware, software, and the Internet) to create musical compositions and multimedia presentations Required Text & Materials: 1. Menasche, Emile D. (2002) The Desktop Studio. Hal Leonard Publishing 2. A supply of blank CD-R, CD-RW, or DVD-R discs for saving projects and backing-up work 3. Access to WebCT for class information, assignment instructions, on-line documentation, and assessment 4. Access to WCSU student File Shares for file storage
Class Schedule: • MED/MUS 318-71: Tuesday Evenings 5:25pm-7:55pm White Hall 219 • MED/MUS 318-72: Wednesday Evenings 5:25pm-7:55pm White Hall 219 Both sections (71 & 72) are identical classes. The Wednesday section is only offered when enrollment warrants. In the case of an unavoidable conflict, and only if both sections are offered, students may request to attend the other class meeting that week (if space allows).
MED/MUS 318-72 Music Technology Syllabus
Student Expectations & Attendance: Since this will be a "hands-on" course, student attendance and participation will be essential to the learning experience. For this reason, unexcused absences will negatively affect your semester grade. Although class time will be provided for assignments, additional lab time will be available during the week. Check the lab schedule for "open lab" days and times that best match your schedule. All assignments are to be completed and handed in on time. Projects that are significantly late will be subject to downgrading. Since each class will focus on new material, students should not plan on finishing previous work during class time. See Laura Piechota or a lab monitor if you need to arrange a specific time for lab usage. Evaluation: The following formula will be used to determine your semester grade: • • • •
50% - Assignments 1-10 20% - Class Participation (attendance is required in order to participate) 10% - Quizzes 20% - Exams -- Semester Overview --
1st Class Meeting Introduction To Music Technology, Synthesis, & Mac OS X Assignment #1: Read chapters 1 & 2 in the text and utilize Microsoft Word to compose a onepage paper summarizing how synthesizers make sound. Identify the basic components of sound and the difference between analog and digital synthesis. Attach your MS Word file to a WebCT E-mail message and send it to me before the next class meeting. 2nd Class Meeting Workstation Hardware & Software Overview Assignment #1 Due Assignment #2: Read chapter 3 and search the Internet to find three different music applications that were not discussed in class. Utilize Microsoft Word to write a one-page review of the three applications, including their URL addresses and system requirements. Attach your MS Word file to a WebCT E-mail message and send it to me by the next class meeting. 3rd Class Meeting 1st Quiz / Introduction To Finale Assignment #2 Due Assignment #3: Utilize Finale to notate the "C" major folk song melody distributed in class. This project will introduce the basic Finale “user interface.” Students will learn how to utilize many of Finale’s “tools” to enter, edit, and print notation and lyrics. The final arrangement will be transposed to the key of "F" major before printing. Follow the directions provided in class to complete and submit this assignment. 4th Class Meeting Finale: Layers & Chords Assignment #3 Due Assignment #4: Create a simple 4-part folk song chorale using the melody distributed in class. This project will introduce the use of layers in order to map stem direction for individual notes. How to enter Roman numeral chord symbols will also be covered. Follow the directions provided in class to complete and submit this assignment.
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5th Class Meeting Finale: Lead Sheets & Piano Parts Assignment #4 Due Assignment #5: Use Finale to recreate the National Anthem lead sheet distributed in class. Select “Split Into Two Staves” from the Record Mode option, under the Hyperscribe menu, in order to record the piano part onto the Grand Staff. Make your version look identical to the example provided. Follow the directions provided in class to complete and submit this assignment. 6th Class Meeting Finale: Large Ensemble Scores Assignment #5 Due Assignment #6: Utilize your Finale skills to recreate the concert band score distributed in class. Export the clarinet part in addition to printing your finished score. Follow the directions provided in class to complete and submit this assignment. 7th Class Meeting MID-TERM EXAM & Intro To Sequencing Assignment #6 Due Homework: Read chapters 4, 8, 9, & 12 in the text to prepare for MIDI sequencing next week. 8th Class Meeting Introduction To MIDI Sequencing Reading Homework Due Assignment #7a: Read chapters 5, 6, & 7 in the text to prepare for audio recording, editing, and utilizing loops. To complete assignment #7a, create a 5-6 track MIDI sequence based upon the folk song melody distributed in class. Use features like “punch-in & out,” quantizing, and “step recording” to enter and edit your tracks. This MIDI sequence must be completed in order to advance to the audio component of the project next week. Refer to the directions distributed in class regarding how to hand in assignment #7a. 9th Class Meeting Introduction To Multi-track Audio Assignment #7a Due Assignment #7b: Read chapters 10, 11, & 13 in the text to prepare for mixing, plug-in effects processing, mastering, & CD burning. To complete assignment #7b, convert all of your MIDI tracks to audio by soloing each MIDI track in your sequence and recording the output of the TG100’s audio signal to individual audio tracks (using the stereo mini-plug cables provided). This must be finished before moving on to the mixing & mastering component of the project next week. Refer to the directions distributed in class regarding how to hand in assignment #7b. 10th Class Meeting Introduction To Mixing & Mastering Audio Assignment #7b Due Assignment #7c: Read chapter 14 in the text to prepare for scoring music to video next week. To complete your sequencing assignment, utilize the material discussed in class to “mix” your arrangement using automation & plug-ins. Bounce your final mix to disk and export it as a stereo AIFF file. Create a new Digital Performer project and import the stereo file you just exported. Use EQ, compression, or other plug-ins to master the project. Add a fade in, fade out, or both. Export the finished mix as an AIFF file and convert it to an MP3. Refer to the directions distributed in class regarding how to hand in your final master mix (assignment #7c). 11th Class Meeting Scoring Music To Picture (Part 1) Assignment #7c Due Assignment #8a: Import the QuickTime video (distributed in class) into Digital Performer. Copy the movie’s audio to a DP stereo audio track. Utilize markers to identify “hit” points. Compose a simple MIDI/audio underscore to the video using Digital Performer. Use the MIDI editing features within DP to fix mistakes. Save your sequence as a Standard MIDI File (SMF) and follow the directions provided in class to complete and submit assignment #8a.
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12th Class Meeting Scoring Music To Picture (Part 2) Assignment #8a Due Assignment #8b: Convert all your finished MIDI tracks to audio, mix as needed, bounce all the audio tracks to disk, and export the final stereo mix as an AIFF file. This audio file will be a combined mix of the movie’s original sound track & your musical score. Use iMovie to import the QuickTime video footage and delete its audio track. Import the AIFF audio file to add your score mix to the video. Export the finished project as a new QuickTime movie. Refer to the directions distributed in class regarding how to hand in your finished assignment #8b. 13th Class Meeting 2nd Quiz / Tutorial & Accompaniment Software Assignment #8b Due Assignment #9: Search the Internet to find three different music tutorial and / or accompaniment applications (or web sites) that were not discussed in class. Utilize Microsoft Word to write a one-page review of the three music applications/web sites, including their URL addresses and/or system requirements. Attach you MS Word file to a WebCT E-mail message and send it to me by the next class meeting. 14th Class Meeting Microsoft Office For Musicians Assignment #9 Due Assignment #10a: Search the Internet to research the current cost of the basic music workstation hardware & software components in our lab. Utilize Excel to create a simple spreadsheet outlining these components and their price. Have Excel calculate the cost of a complete workstation by using formulas. Save your project. Assignment #10b: Use PowerPoint to make a multimedia presentation out of your Excel spreadsheet. Workstation components should be pictured on individual slides with information regarding their function, purpose, and price. Include screen capture images of your projects, your mp3 sequence, and your QuickTime movie as examples of what a music technology workstation can be utilized to accomplish. Save your presentation as a PowerPoint Package. Drag your Excel project into the PowerPoint Package folder and refer to the directions distributed in class regarding how to hand in your finished assignment. 15th Class Meeting Review / Make-Up Work Session Assignment #10a/b Due This final class meeting will be utilized to review for the final exam and finish any outstanding work. 16th Class Meeting FINAL EXAM The final exam will be administered during our regular class meeting time (5:25-7:55pm).
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Office Hours: By Appointment E-Mail: [email protected]
Syllabus Course Description: This class is an introduction to the use of computers in music production, music notation, and music education. Basic software and concepts in educational and music technology will be emphasized. Sources, selection, evaluation, creation, and implementation of electronic media for the musician and music educator will be covered in this course. Course Goals: • Identify the basic components of a computer music workstation and their function • Correctly configure and connect workstation hardware/software • Demonstrate an understanding of common MIDI and audio applications such as: notation, sequencing, plug-ins, loop-based, software instruments, tutorial, and accompaniment software • Demonstrate the ability to utilize a computer music workstation (hardware, software, and the Internet) to create musical compositions and multimedia presentations Required Text & Materials: 1. Menasche, Emile D. (2002) The Desktop Studio. Hal Leonard Publishing 2. A supply of blank CD-R, CD-RW, or DVD-R discs for saving projects and backing-up work 3. Access to WebCT for class information, assignment instructions, on-line documentation, and assessment 4. Access to WCSU student File Shares for file storage
Class Schedule: • MED/MUS 318-71: Tuesday Evenings 5:25pm-7:55pm White Hall 219 • MED/MUS 318-72: Wednesday Evenings 5:25pm-7:55pm White Hall 219 Both sections (71 & 72) are identical classes. The Wednesday section is only offered when enrollment warrants. In the case of an unavoidable conflict, and only if both sections are offered, students may request to attend the other class meeting that week (if space allows).
MED/MUS 318-72 Music Technology Syllabus
Student Expectations & Attendance: Since this will be a "hands-on" course, student attendance and participation will be essential to the learning experience. For this reason, unexcused absences will negatively affect your semester grade. Although class time will be provided for assignments, additional lab time will be available during the week. Check the lab schedule for "open lab" days and times that best match your schedule. All assignments are to be completed and handed in on time. Projects that are significantly late will be subject to downgrading. Since each class will focus on new material, students should not plan on finishing previous work during class time. See Laura Piechota or a lab monitor if you need to arrange a specific time for lab usage. Evaluation: The following formula will be used to determine your semester grade: • • • •
50% - Assignments 1-10 20% - Class Participation (attendance is required in order to participate) 10% - Quizzes 20% - Exams -- Semester Overview --
1st Class Meeting Introduction To Music Technology, Synthesis, & Mac OS X Assignment #1: Read chapters 1 & 2 in the text and utilize Microsoft Word to compose a onepage paper summarizing how synthesizers make sound. Identify the basic components of sound and the difference between analog and digital synthesis. Attach your MS Word file to a WebCT E-mail message and send it to me before the next class meeting. 2nd Class Meeting Workstation Hardware & Software Overview Assignment #1 Due Assignment #2: Read chapter 3 and search the Internet to find three different music applications that were not discussed in class. Utilize Microsoft Word to write a one-page review of the three applications, including their URL addresses and system requirements. Attach your MS Word file to a WebCT E-mail message and send it to me by the next class meeting. 3rd Class Meeting 1st Quiz / Introduction To Finale Assignment #2 Due Assignment #3: Utilize Finale to notate the "C" major folk song melody distributed in class. This project will introduce the basic Finale “user interface.” Students will learn how to utilize many of Finale’s “tools” to enter, edit, and print notation and lyrics. The final arrangement will be transposed to the key of "F" major before printing. Follow the directions provided in class to complete and submit this assignment. 4th Class Meeting Finale: Layers & Chords Assignment #3 Due Assignment #4: Create a simple 4-part folk song chorale using the melody distributed in class. This project will introduce the use of layers in order to map stem direction for individual notes. How to enter Roman numeral chord symbols will also be covered. Follow the directions provided in class to complete and submit this assignment.
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MED/MUS 318-72 Music Technology Syllabus
5th Class Meeting Finale: Lead Sheets & Piano Parts Assignment #4 Due Assignment #5: Use Finale to recreate the National Anthem lead sheet distributed in class. Select “Split Into Two Staves” from the Record Mode option, under the Hyperscribe menu, in order to record the piano part onto the Grand Staff. Make your version look identical to the example provided. Follow the directions provided in class to complete and submit this assignment. 6th Class Meeting Finale: Large Ensemble Scores Assignment #5 Due Assignment #6: Utilize your Finale skills to recreate the concert band score distributed in class. Export the clarinet part in addition to printing your finished score. Follow the directions provided in class to complete and submit this assignment. 7th Class Meeting MID-TERM EXAM & Intro To Sequencing Assignment #6 Due Homework: Read chapters 4, 8, 9, & 12 in the text to prepare for MIDI sequencing next week. 8th Class Meeting Introduction To MIDI Sequencing Reading Homework Due Assignment #7a: Read chapters 5, 6, & 7 in the text to prepare for audio recording, editing, and utilizing loops. To complete assignment #7a, create a 5-6 track MIDI sequence based upon the folk song melody distributed in class. Use features like “punch-in & out,” quantizing, and “step recording” to enter and edit your tracks. This MIDI sequence must be completed in order to advance to the audio component of the project next week. Refer to the directions distributed in class regarding how to hand in assignment #7a. 9th Class Meeting Introduction To Multi-track Audio Assignment #7a Due Assignment #7b: Read chapters 10, 11, & 13 in the text to prepare for mixing, plug-in effects processing, mastering, & CD burning. To complete assignment #7b, convert all of your MIDI tracks to audio by soloing each MIDI track in your sequence and recording the output of the TG100’s audio signal to individual audio tracks (using the stereo mini-plug cables provided). This must be finished before moving on to the mixing & mastering component of the project next week. Refer to the directions distributed in class regarding how to hand in assignment #7b. 10th Class Meeting Introduction To Mixing & Mastering Audio Assignment #7b Due Assignment #7c: Read chapter 14 in the text to prepare for scoring music to video next week. To complete your sequencing assignment, utilize the material discussed in class to “mix” your arrangement using automation & plug-ins. Bounce your final mix to disk and export it as a stereo AIFF file. Create a new Digital Performer project and import the stereo file you just exported. Use EQ, compression, or other plug-ins to master the project. Add a fade in, fade out, or both. Export the finished mix as an AIFF file and convert it to an MP3. Refer to the directions distributed in class regarding how to hand in your final master mix (assignment #7c). 11th Class Meeting Scoring Music To Picture (Part 1) Assignment #7c Due Assignment #8a: Import the QuickTime video (distributed in class) into Digital Performer. Copy the movie’s audio to a DP stereo audio track. Utilize markers to identify “hit” points. Compose a simple MIDI/audio underscore to the video using Digital Performer. Use the MIDI editing features within DP to fix mistakes. Save your sequence as a Standard MIDI File (SMF) and follow the directions provided in class to complete and submit assignment #8a.
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MED/MUS 318-72 Music Technology Syllabus
12th Class Meeting Scoring Music To Picture (Part 2) Assignment #8a Due Assignment #8b: Convert all your finished MIDI tracks to audio, mix as needed, bounce all the audio tracks to disk, and export the final stereo mix as an AIFF file. This audio file will be a combined mix of the movie’s original sound track & your musical score. Use iMovie to import the QuickTime video footage and delete its audio track. Import the AIFF audio file to add your score mix to the video. Export the finished project as a new QuickTime movie. Refer to the directions distributed in class regarding how to hand in your finished assignment #8b. 13th Class Meeting 2nd Quiz / Tutorial & Accompaniment Software Assignment #8b Due Assignment #9: Search the Internet to find three different music tutorial and / or accompaniment applications (or web sites) that were not discussed in class. Utilize Microsoft Word to write a one-page review of the three music applications/web sites, including their URL addresses and/or system requirements. Attach you MS Word file to a WebCT E-mail message and send it to me by the next class meeting. 14th Class Meeting Microsoft Office For Musicians Assignment #9 Due Assignment #10a: Search the Internet to research the current cost of the basic music workstation hardware & software components in our lab. Utilize Excel to create a simple spreadsheet outlining these components and their price. Have Excel calculate the cost of a complete workstation by using formulas. Save your project. Assignment #10b: Use PowerPoint to make a multimedia presentation out of your Excel spreadsheet. Workstation components should be pictured on individual slides with information regarding their function, purpose, and price. Include screen capture images of your projects, your mp3 sequence, and your QuickTime movie as examples of what a music technology workstation can be utilized to accomplish. Save your presentation as a PowerPoint Package. Drag your Excel project into the PowerPoint Package folder and refer to the directions distributed in class regarding how to hand in your finished assignment. 15th Class Meeting Review / Make-Up Work Session Assignment #10a/b Due This final class meeting will be utilized to review for the final exam and finish any outstanding work. 16th Class Meeting FINAL EXAM The final exam will be administered during our regular class meeting time (5:25-7:55pm).
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