3 x 10 Week courses – Tuesdays 6pm – 9pm
Across the three terms students will cover much of the technical knowledge required to produce various genres of music.
The course will help you to develop a comprehensive understanding of music production techniques, gain proficiency in using Logic Pro X and other industry-standard tools, as well as
cultivate skills in recording, editing, mixing, and finalising music projects.
Spring Term 2025: 14th Jan – 25th March 2025 (half term 17th – 20th Feb) – Recording and Audio Editing
Students will be equipped with the necessary skills for high-quality audio recording and editing.
Topics Covered:
- Cables and DI’s: Understanding connections and direct input boxes.
- Room Acoustics for Recording: Basics of acoustic treatment and soundproofing.
- Types of Microphones: Overview of dynamic, condenser, and ribbon microphones.
- Microphone Positioning: Techniques for optimal sound capture.
- Microphone Polar Patterns: Understanding cardioid, omnidirectional, and figure-8 patterns.
- Phase: Identifying and correcting phase issues.
- Preamps and Amplifiers: Basics of signal amplification.
- Editing Audio: Advanced editing techniques in Logic Pro X.
Practical Exercises:
Recording sessions to practice microphone techniques.
Editing workshops to refine audio tracks.
Assessment:
Project: Record and edit a short live performance
