This project is
aimed at students who are interested in music, ICT and design. A mixed
ability group works well as there are a variety of stages and delegated
roles. The objective is to record and produce your own CD within an
intensive four to five day session.
The project not
only inculcates an understanding of music technology but develops group
work and collaborative practice. This is ideal for a half term or end
of term session where a week can be set aside.
This project requires
a workshop leader with music technology skills, a willing teacher and
plenty of energy. Group size is ideally eight to ten students working
in groups.
Below is a sample
schedule which is given out to students:
MUSIC
TECHNOLOGY, COMPOSITION AND RECORDING WORKSHOP
Tuesday
AM
Introduction and health and safety issues
Opening discussion and tour of facilities
Introductory session (1)
12 - 1 LUNCH
Tuesday PM
Audio recording session
Using effects in Cubase VST |
Wednesday
AM
Introduction to MIDI Sampling, editing and looping 12 - 1
LUNCH
Wednesday PM
Making a dance track using samples |
Thursday
AM
Working in groups of two - Make a 30 second jingle for pop radio
12 - 1 LUNCH
Thursday PM Song writing master class
Compose a new song (to record) |
Friday AM
& PM
Groups 1 & 2 record and mix songs . Design artwork for CD cover,
print off covers and collate. Burn CDs. |
| REMEMBER: If
in doubt about anything then ask! We want you to have a really good
time and go away with lots of new skills. |
But
before beginning the project evaluate the technical requirements
