Course content

Practical work in a recording studio is central to this course. The course is comprised of the following main elements: Recording and editing sounds, microphones and microphone techniques, multitrack recording, analog/digital audio processing, Production aesthetics, different sound ideals.

Learning outcome

Knowledge:

The candidate

• has knowledge about how a modern recording studio works
• is familiar with the applications and characteristics of various microphones
• is familiar with various basic techniques and tools for processing sound in the studio
• has fundamental knowledge about sound esthetics and ideals for various music productions

Skills:

The candidate

• can record various instruments and music styles
• can communicate with musicians in studio in a way the facilitates the work situation and the music production
• can mix and finish a studio production
• can reflect on his/her work in the studio and justify technical and esthetic choices

Learning methods and activities

The teaching consists of weekly lectures followed by group practical exercises in the studio. There will be 10-12 exercise assignments in addition to the scheduled practical exercises.

Teaching is usually conducted in Norwegian, but may take place in English. Instruction is obligatory and demands minimum 80% attendance.

Compulsory assignments

• Satisfactory participation in compulsory classes
• Practical tasks given troughout each semester

Specific conditions

Required previous knowledge

The course requires admission to the Bachelor's Programme in Music Technology. 1-2 places are reserved for students at the Bachelor's programmes in Film and Video Production or Music Perfomance Studies, or at the Master's programme in Electronic Systems Design and Innovation - Acoustics.