This module will benefit the student by introducing them to the wide variety of areas of study in Music and Sound. The spectrum of activities from studio engineering through to sound for film will be covered in a block-based program of activities from which the students will create two practical products.
The first 8 weeks will introduce students to recording and production, the second 8 weeks will see students cover the basics of music theory and composition, sound design and an opportunity to further develop their own interests.

The first piece of practical work will be based on a stimulus chosen from a list provided by the course team and will require the students to utilise the skills which have been developed in the first 8 weeks of the course. (LO 1,2 &3)
The second practical piece will allow the students to negotiate their own approach with the module leader and will need to be in a contrasting area of Music and Sound from the first piece. (LO 1,2 &3)

The 16 weeks will be further subdivided to provide specific inputs on the full range of music and sound practical activities – ranging from studio practice through to composition and sound design. This will allow the students to show clear development in their work as the take on a wider variety of skills.

1. Demonstrate the adaptability required to operate in the contemporary music and sound context. Problem Solving

2. Develop a wide range of basic music and sound skills and use them in a practical setting. Learning

3. Understand the wide variety of applications of music and sound-based skills in contemporary practice. Knowledge and Understanding

Music Labs, Recording Studios.

Burgess, R.J. (2014) The History of Music Production. Illustrated edition. New York: Oxford University Press.

Lellis, C. and Standen, J. ‘Jules’ (2013) Music Production: Recording: Recording: A Guide for Producers, Engineers, and Musicians. 1st edition. New York: Routledge.

Price, Z. (2004) Home Recording Presents: The Beginner’s Guide to Recording on Your Computer. Softcover ed. edition. New York: Cherry Lane Music Co ,U.S.

Do you want to get into the studio and start recording?
This is the module which will help you do that. Introduction to music and sound takes you through a tour of all of the practical areas of music and sound which we work in at the University and gives a taste of what it means to get in volved in each one So whether it is sound design, writing tracks or recording bands that you are interested in – this module will get you started.