Class Description
Have you ever wanted to make your own music? In this workshop you’ll learn how to use found sounds to lay down beats, record tracks, and mix your sound like a pro. We’ll use real studio equipment and software, the same tools used by professional musicians and producers. No experience needed, just bring your creativity and your ears. Walk away with original music you actually made yourself.
Learning Objectives: in this class, students will learn about
- Identifying building blocks of sound, beat and song;
- Capturing original audio from the real world;
- Transforming recordings into production-ready samples;
- Building beats into songs in GarageBand;
- Connecting music production to culture and identity;
- The art of the peer critique and give peer critiques on the progress of student work;
- Opportunities and potential resources on career pathways;
- How to distribute, exhibit, and promote artwork for a variety of audiences.
Equipment
- Microphones
- Digital Audio Interfaces
- Field Recorders
- MIDI Controllers
- Software Sampler
- Various Noise Makers and Musical Instruments
Software
- GarageBand
Deliverables: Students and Class Projects
- An original The Song of the Summer.MP3
