MUSC 2347.01 Audio Engineering III

Angelina College Division of Fine Arts MUSC 2347.01 Audio Engineering III General Syllabus

I. BASIC COURSE INFORMATION A. Course Description: Four hours credit. Advanced practice of procedures and techniques in recording and manipulating audio. Includes digital audio editing using Pro Tools, advanced recording techniques and basic editing; and demonstrate engineering concepts to complete an advanced recording project. Three lecture hours and one lab hour each week. Prerequisite: MUSC 1427. Lab fee.

B. Intended Audience The course is directed toward students who have had little or no previous music theory, and who plan to continue as music majors, music minors, elementary education majors or as an elective for the general student with an interest in music.

C. Instructor Jim Taylor Office: Fine Arts Building, HH-110 Phone: (936) 552.1800 Email: [email protected] However, correspondence concerning the class should be online. Office Hours: By email; 9 am-12 pm M-R or by appointment.

II. INTENDED STUDENT OUTCOMES: A. Core Competencies – (Basic Intellectual Competencies) 1. Reading: Reading at the college level means the ability to analyze and interpret a variety of printed materials – books, articles, and documents. A core curriculum should offer students the opportunity to master both general methods of analyzing printed materials and specific methods for analyzing the subject matter of individual disciplines. 2. Writing: Competency in writing is the ability to produce clear, correct, and coherent prose adapted to purpose, occasion, and audience. Although correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation are each a sine qua non in any composition, they do not automatically ensure that the composition itself makes sense or that the writer has much of anything to say. Students need to be familiar with the writing process including how to discover a topic and how to develop and organize it, how to phrase it effectively for their audience. These abilities can be acquired only through practice and reflection. 3. Speaking: Competence in speaking is the ability to communicate orally in clear, coherent, and persuasive language appropriate to purpose, occasion, and audience. Developing this competency includes acquiring poise and developing control of the language through experience in making presentations to small groups, to large groups, and through the media. 4. Listening: Listening at the college level means the ability to analyze and interpret various forms of spoken communication. 5. Critical Thinking: Critical thinking embraces methods for applying both qualitative and quantitative skills analytically and creatively to subject matter in order to evaluate arguments and to construct alternative strategies. Problem solving is one of the applications of critical thinking, used to address an identified task. 6. Computer Literacy: Computer literacy at the college level means the ability to use computer-based technology in communicating, solving problems, and acquiring information. Core-educated students should have an understanding of the limits, problems, and possibilities associated with the use of technology, and should have the tools necessary to evaluate and learn new technologies as they become available. (The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. (“Report of Subcommittee on Core Curriculum”, March 1, 1989).

B. Exemplary Objectives – (Found in the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Document. Titled: CORE CURRICULUM: ASSUMPTIONS AND DEFINING CHARACTERISTICS Dated: April 1998) 1. To demonstrate awareness of the scope and variety of works in the arts and humanities 2. To understand those works as expressions of individual and human values within an historical and social context 3. To respond critically to works in the arts and humanities 4. To engage in the creative process or interpretive performance and comprehend the physical and intellectual demands required of the author or visual or performing artist 5. To articulate an informed personal reaction to works in the arts and humanities 6. To develop an appreciation for the aesthetic principles that guide or govern the humanities and arts 7. To demonstrate knowledge of the influence of literature, philosophy, and/or the arts on intercultural experiences.

C. Course Objective 1. Students will learn to record and edit audio and MIDI data. 2. Students will learn to import audio and MIDI. 3. Students will be able to utilize virtual musical instruments. 4. Students will be able to understand basic audio flow. 5. Students will be able to configure inserts and sends on tracks . 6. Students will learn to record and edit musical automation. 7. Students will learn to create audio CDs f class music projects. 8. Students will learn to backup and archive music projects. D. Course Objective The primary objective for the student will be to gain a solid foundation in the fundamental, theoretical, and aural aspects of music as they apply to western music. This includes the ability to read, write and hear music with an educated ear. There will be particular emphasis on major and minor key signatures, scales, interval recognition, chord theory, and basic aural skills. In addition, the student will define the elements of rhythm including meter, time signatures, and note values. Finally, the student will identify his/her own level of skill and knowledge, and gain a deeper appreciation for music.

III. ASSESSMENT MEASURES OF STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES: A. Assessments for the Core Intellectual Competencies – 1. Reading-Text assignments, handouts, and periodical articles relating to specific topics. Reading will be assessed through testing student’s comprehension of assigned material. 2. Writing-Reinforced through taking notes, written homework assignments, and research papers. Writing will be assessed through evaluation of student written assignments. 3. Speaking-Students will participate in class discussion, and will be graded on participation, and presentation over covered concepts. 4. Listening-Students will aurally identify specific styles, instrumentation, harmonic content and artist. Listening will be assessed through testing student’s ability to identify and record these concepts. 5. Critical Thinking-Students will develop critical thinking skills through analysis and evaluation of music scores for harmonic and modulatory content. Students will use information and techniques learned in class to draw conclusions. 6. Computer Literacy-Students will access the companion website for additional material. In addition, students will use the music software in the music computer lab to notate music projects and complete arranging assignments. .

B. Assessments for the Exemplary Objectives Specific to the Course 1. Students will demonstrate knowledge of Music Theory as applied to the Western European tradition, and show an understanding of the changes inherent in stylistic periods from the seventeenth century to the twentieth century. C. Assessments for Objectives Specific to the Course – 1. Students will demonstrate an understanding of harmony in selected score analysis on periodic tests. 2. Students will demonstrate an understanding of transposition by transposing a melody line and chord progression to any key. 3. Students will demonstrate arranging skills using select piano scores. 4. Students will demonstrate writing four part textures from a given bass line, melody line, or harmonic progression. 5. Students will follow a full orchestral score while listening to a recording. 6. Students will demonstrate knowledge of harmony through harmonizing a melody. IV. INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES The material will be presented online through posted assignments and class discussion using the lounge (chat room), the text, and the accompanying web site (www.coastonline.org/moodle/login/index.php. All assignments, papers, and quizzes will be submitted online. However, there will be three tests, including the final, which will be administered at the Angelina College Testing Center, or an approved testing center in your immediate area (see Grading and Evaluation). V. COURSE REQUIREMENTS AND POLICIES: A. Required Textbooks, Materials and Equipment 1. Mixing in Pro Tools by Brian Smithers 2. The Mixing Engineer’s Handbook by Bobby Owsinski 3. Portable Hard dive 4. Headphones with a ¼ adapter B. Assignments –

See attached Class Outline for the specific assignments by Unit. C. Course Policies – (This course conforms to the policies of Angelina College as stated in the Angelina College Handbook.) You will be required to submit one concert review on line. The concerts will be your choice with my approval. In addition to the content requirement listed in your text, the report must contain information concerning time, date, and location of the performance, name of the group, instrumentation, style(s), and any objective information concerning your likes or dislikes of the overall performance, solos etc. Due date will be posted. These reports will count as 20% of your grade. I will be available online during the posted office hours, or you can call my office phone and leave a message with your question, and a return phone number and time availability. I will respond within 24hrs. or less. All correspondence will be through blackboard. Academic Assistance Students with academically-related problems stemming from individual disabilities (as cited in Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990) may request help from their instructors, department/division chair, or by contacting Karen Bowser in the Special Students support Office, Rm C200- C-Phone-633-5230 or 633-5209 Attendance – (Attendance requirements are outlined in the student handbook.) Online classes require exceptional self-discipline and regular study. In the summer, this fact is multiplied considerably. It is imperative that you set aside several hours every day to devote to study. We will often cover a chapter every day, and if you fall behind, it will be difficult to catch up. If you are having problems with any aspect of this course, please do not hesitate to contact me as soon as possible. If you feel, after consultation with me, you can no longer continue in the class, normal drop procedures (as outlined in the student handbook) should be followed. Failure to do so will result in a “WF”, which translates in terms of GPA as an “F”. There will be no make-ups on exams unless you have contacted me in advance with a legitimate excuse. An excused absence is defined as a death in the immediate family or illness requiring medical attention and is excused only by a signed note from your physician or the campus nurse. Additional extenuating circumstances may arise constituting the possibility for an excused absence; however, the student must give advance notification to the instructor in order to be considered as such. Any and all assignments missed are the responsibility of the student and must be completed and turned in by the posted deadline.

Additional Specific Requirements for this Course . VI. COURSE CONTENT: A. Content/ Topics 1. Students will be exposed to the fundamentals of music theory as it applies to Western music, including basic ear training. B. Additional Content Students will become familiar with music notational programs and will be assigned projects utilizing these resources. VII. EVALUATION AND GRADING: A. Grading Criteria All assignments and quizzes are due as posted in the academic syllabus and/or on the accompanying web site. If no deadline is posted, assignments and quizzes will be due by 10:00 am the following day. Try not to leave assignments to the last minute. Any work turned in late will have points deducted for every hour past the deadline. After 12:00 pm on the due day, late work will not be accepted and a zero will be recorded. There will be a number of practice quizzes over previously covered material which, with your daily assignments, will become part of your daily average. The lowest of these grades will be dropped. In addition, there will be tests administered in the Angelina College Testing Center, or a testing center in your immediate area (see academic calendar). You must reserve a time slot 24 hrs. in advance either by phone or email. The contact information for the testing center can be accessed through the Angelina College website, (www.angelina.edu). Go to Services, then Testing, and click on VCT/internet courses for information and a testing appointment form. You must bring a photo ID in order to take the exams. (See attached testing policies). No make-ups on exams without prior notification of a legitimate conflict.

Grading procedure will be as follows:

Grading Scale 85-100 = A 75-84 = B 65-74 = C 55-64 = D < 54 = F Angelina College Division of Fine Arts AUDIO ENGINEERING III FALL 2014 Course Outline

All assignments and quizzes are due as posted in the academic syllabus and/or on the accompanying web site. If no deadline is posted, assignments and quizzes will be due by 10:00 am the following day.

8/28 Class syllabus, 8/30 Mixing Drums 9/4 Labor day 9/6 Mixing Bass, Acoustic Gtr., Piano, Vocals 9/11 Mixing Bass, Acoustic Gtr., Piano, Vocals 9/13 Observe recording session at THE MIXING ROOM recording studio. 9/18 Listen to projects 9/20 Test 1 9/25 Recording a small group. (Bass guitar, Drums, Guitar, Piano,) 9/27 Recording a small group. (Bass guitar, Drums, Guitar, Piano,) 10/2 Recording a small group. (Bass guitar, Drums, Guitar, Piano,) 10/4 ADR and Foley recording 10/09 ADR and Foley recording 10/11 Tuning Vocals 10/16 Tuning Vocals 10/18 Test 2 10/23 Recording and Mixing a Big Ensemble. (Jazz Band, Orchestra) 10/25 Recording and Mixing a Big Ensemble. (Jazz Band, Orchestra) 10/30 Listen to Projects 11/1 Recording and Mixing a Choir. Micing techniques and isolation issues. 11/6 Recording and Mixing a Choir. Micing techniques and isolation issues. 11/8 Mixing and recording Rap and R&B. 11/13 Mixing and recording Rap and R&B 11/15 Listen to Projects Test 3 11/20 Observe and participate in recording session at THE MIXING ROOM recording studio 11/22 Thanksgiving Holidays 11/27 Recording and mixing a Country band. 11/29 Recording and mixing a Country band. 12/4 Recording and mixing a Rock band. 12/6 Review 12/11 Final Exam