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FdA Sound & Music Technology Modules
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Skills & Ideas in the Study of Sound & Music This module develops the students’ ability to use the tools they require to support the written and thinking tasks integrated across the whole program. In order to do this, skills will be developed in the use of the computer for writing, spell checking formatting work, rapid automatic functions, and network based searching. Recording New Materials (Location/Studio) Students must be able to make the right choices when recording new sounds, from routing and signal optimisation to type and positioning of microphone. They should be aware of the quality implications of the media onto which they are recording, and be able to archive the material properly once collected. Linear Editing/Splicing – Editing time based material Students will take previously recorded sound files and carry out sequential linear editing techniques using a 2-track sound editor. Production – Balancing and spatial positioning Students needs to be able to work in a ‘layer’ based environment and to be aware of the implications of ‘thickening’ up an audio piece by multi-layering using techniques to retain clarity and individuality of required elements within the context of an overall mix. Using Music Technology Control Systems Students should be able to manipulate sound using commonly available systems of control including MIDI sequencers, samplers, software sound manipulation tools and hardware based devices. This module encourages the ability to use technologies such as Rewire and systems that communicate between different pieces of software or hardware. Originating Sound Sources Students should be able to create totally new sounds that fulfil a stated artistic objective. They should also be able to take part in processes of uninhibited exploration of sound, to create useful building blocks of sound for further use. Audio Fidelity – Quality, Formats & Data Compression Students should be able to analyse the perceived audio quality of different sound formats and develop an ability to weigh the advantages and disadvantages of such factors as sonic quality vs. data density. Work Placement Students should be given the opportunity to experience the pace and values of a work placement within the sound and audio related industries to allow them a ‘reality check in relation to their developing vocational practice. Understanding the Creative Implications of Devices/Media Students should build up a working knowledge of the qualities of different interfaces for working with sound and of the processes by which these interfaces operate. The device and its processes can then be specified for use by a student within a project brief, as an efficient one for performing particular audio functions and creative processes. Working in Multi-Discipline Areas Students should be able to use sound in conjunction with different media such as film and video as well as platforms such as the Internet and multimedia computer products. Working with Live events Students will work with sound intended for gigs, installations, theatre, dance and other time-based events centring on the interaction of the artist with the ‘space’ of the performance. Project/Composition Brief Design, Evaluation & Management Students should be able to follow a given brief and make creative choices within that brief. They should also be able to design new briefs according to given constraints, and to evaluate the progress of a project/composition as it is under way. They should be able to revise and set new goals in response to changes in external factors or re-assessment of the artistic intentions of the piece. Listening Aesthetics/Production Students should build up an awareness of the ‘sound stage’ and of psycho-acoustic and social/cultural cues which can be used to evolve the production of pieces of sound/music. This will include analysing production skills and looking at ‘frontier’ players in developing notions of spatial reproduction of sound. Personal Vocational Profile A Student should be able to visualise the work that they are doing in relation to a wider vocational and artistic perspective. As the student progresses to higher levels of courses it is envisaged that they should be able to focus on areas of specialism and identify possible vocational roles. Skills & Ideas in the Study of Sound & Music This module develops the students’ ability to use the tools they require to support the written and thinking tasks integrated across the whole program. In order to do this skills will be developed in the use of the computer for writing, spell checking formatting work, rapid automatic functions, and network based searching. ...Back to previous page |
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