Module Descriptors
MIXING AND PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT
MUSI60618
Key Facts
Digital, Technology, Innovation and Business
Level 6
30 credits
Contact
Leader: Douglas Rouxel
Email: D.Rouxel@staffs.ac.uk
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 48
Independent Study Hours: 252
Total Learning Hours: 300
Pattern of Delivery
- Occurrence A, Stoke Campus, UG Semester 1 to UG Semester 2
Sites
- Stoke Campus
Assessment
- INCOURSE ASSESSMENT weighted at 50%
- INCOURSE ASSESSMENT weighted at 50%
Module Details
ADDITIONAL ASSESSMENT DETAILS
100% in course assessment, comprising two equally weighed assignments
1.Produce a Portfolio of stereo and surround mixes including a presentation and interview assessing learning outcomes 1, 2, 3 and 4. A CD/DVD will also be submitted as evidence of work carried out (50%)
2. Produce a portfolio including a mixed track and a spreadsheet of accounts weighted 50% assessing learning outcomes 5, 6, 7 and 8
1.Produce a Portfolio of stereo and surround mixes including a presentation and interview assessing learning outcomes 1, 2, 3 and 4. A CD/DVD will also be submitted as evidence of work carried out (50%)
2. Produce a portfolio including a mixed track and a spreadsheet of accounts weighted 50% assessing learning outcomes 5, 6, 7 and 8
INDICATIVE CONTENT
The module will cover:
The types of production and mixing techniques usually associated with commercial recordings produced with the music industry.
Exploration of how production techniques have developed and how computer based recording packages can be used to change musical content
Exploration of how computer based recording packages can be used to alter musical performance and improve the sonic potential of a mix
Develop the knowledge of production skills and their possible application to a pre-recorded multitrack recording
Further develop key skills gained in audio production gained from levels 4 and 5 and introduce business skills directly related to the running of a commercial recording studio, particularly to financial accounts of a sole trader. This will involve the micro-management of every aspect and practices use in the music industry during the running of a commercial recording session, and the preparation of accounts for the first three years of trading as a sole trader.
The types of production and mixing techniques usually associated with commercial recordings produced with the music industry.
Exploration of how production techniques have developed and how computer based recording packages can be used to change musical content
Exploration of how computer based recording packages can be used to alter musical performance and improve the sonic potential of a mix
Develop the knowledge of production skills and their possible application to a pre-recorded multitrack recording
Further develop key skills gained in audio production gained from levels 4 and 5 and introduce business skills directly related to the running of a commercial recording studio, particularly to financial accounts of a sole trader. This will involve the micro-management of every aspect and practices use in the music industry during the running of a commercial recording session, and the preparation of accounts for the first three years of trading as a sole trader.
RESOURCES
The Music Technology laboratories
TEXTS
Clark, R. (2014) Mixing, Recording, and Producing Techniques of the Pros: Insights on Recording Audio for Music, Video, Film, and Games. 2nd edn. Boston, MA: Course Technology, Cengage Learning
Frith, S. and Zagorski-Thomas, S. (2012) The Art of Record Production: An Introductory Reader for a New Academic Field. United Kingdom: Ashgate Publishing
Moylan, W. (2007) Understanding and Crafting the Mix: The Art of Recording [With CDROM]. 2nd edn. Amsterdam: Elsevier/Focal Press
Pohlmann, K. C. (2011) Principles of Digital Audio, Sixth Edition. 6th edn. New York: MCGRAW HILL BOOK CO
Rice, A. (2011) Accounts Demystified: The Astonishingly Simple Guide to Accounting. United Kingdom: Prentice-Hall
Frith, S. and Zagorski-Thomas, S. (2012) The Art of Record Production: An Introductory Reader for a New Academic Field. United Kingdom: Ashgate Publishing
Moylan, W. (2007) Understanding and Crafting the Mix: The Art of Recording [With CDROM]. 2nd edn. Amsterdam: Elsevier/Focal Press
Pohlmann, K. C. (2011) Principles of Digital Audio, Sixth Edition. 6th edn. New York: MCGRAW HILL BOOK CO
Rice, A. (2011) Accounts Demystified: The Astonishingly Simple Guide to Accounting. United Kingdom: Prentice-Hall
LEARNING OUTCOMES
1. DEMONSTRATE KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING OF RECOGNISED PRODUCTION AND MIXING TECHNIQUES USED IN THE MUSIC INDUSTRY.
[Knowledge and Understanding]
2. ANALYSE THE SONIC AND PERFORMANCE PROPERTIES OF A MULTI-TRACK RECORDING.
[Analysis]
3.EVALUATE POSSIBLE PRODUCTION TECHNIQUES THAT CAN BE UTILISED TO IMPROVE THE RECORDING. [Reflection]
4. APPLY COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY TO REDESIGN SONIC ELEMENTS AND SOUNDS TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF PRODUCTION AND MIX.
[Application]
5. DEMONSTRATE TECHNICAL SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES INVOLVED IN THE MUSIC PRODUCTION, MIXING AND MASTERING PROCESS.
Knowledge and Understanding]
6. MANAGE A TEAM OF PEOPLE TO EMULATE MUSIC INDUSTRY STANDARD PRACTICES IN THE RUNNING OF A COMMERCIAL RECORDING SESSION.
[Communication]
7. REFLECT ON FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS INVOLVED WITH THE RUNNING OF A COMMERCIAL RECORDING BUSINESS, WITH PARTICULAR REFERENCE TO PROFIT AND LOSS ACCOUNTS OF A SOLE TRADER.
[Reflection]
8. PRODUCE 3 LINE ACCOUNTS FOR A SOLE TRADER FOR A THREE YEAR PERIOD.
[Application]
[Knowledge and Understanding]
2. ANALYSE THE SONIC AND PERFORMANCE PROPERTIES OF A MULTI-TRACK RECORDING.
[Analysis]
3.EVALUATE POSSIBLE PRODUCTION TECHNIQUES THAT CAN BE UTILISED TO IMPROVE THE RECORDING. [Reflection]
4. APPLY COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY TO REDESIGN SONIC ELEMENTS AND SOUNDS TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF PRODUCTION AND MIX.
[Application]
5. DEMONSTRATE TECHNICAL SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES INVOLVED IN THE MUSIC PRODUCTION, MIXING AND MASTERING PROCESS.
Knowledge and Understanding]
6. MANAGE A TEAM OF PEOPLE TO EMULATE MUSIC INDUSTRY STANDARD PRACTICES IN THE RUNNING OF A COMMERCIAL RECORDING SESSION.
[Communication]
7. REFLECT ON FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS INVOLVED WITH THE RUNNING OF A COMMERCIAL RECORDING BUSINESS, WITH PARTICULAR REFERENCE TO PROFIT AND LOSS ACCOUNTS OF A SOLE TRADER.
[Reflection]
8. PRODUCE 3 LINE ACCOUNTS FOR A SOLE TRADER FOR A THREE YEAR PERIOD.
[Application]
Module Learning Strategies
"2 hours per week lecture/practical over 26 weeks
Practical work undertaken in small groups in the studios
0.5 hours per week drop-in surgery.
Technical Instruction required (1hour) in SSL Studio (Studio 7)
"
Practical work undertaken in small groups in the studios
0.5 hours per week drop-in surgery.
Technical Instruction required (1hour) in SSL Studio (Studio 7)
"
Module Learning Strategies
"2 hours per week lecture/practical over 26 weeks
Practical work undertaken in small groups in the studios
0.5 hours per week drop-in surgery.
Technical Instruction required (1hour) in SSL Studio (Studio 7)
"
Practical work undertaken in small groups in the studios
0.5 hours per week drop-in surgery.
Technical Instruction required (1hour) in SSL Studio (Studio 7)
"
Web Descriptor
Do your mixes sound good but could sound more commercial? Do you know how to start up your own music business? Do you know the ways you can make your business succeed? This module looks at mixing skills and techniques used by top industry professionals in order to get your mixes ready for commercial release. It also gives the skills you will need to develop a successful recording business, from producing accounts to getting your own artists into our state of the art recording facilities. From equipment planning to the final mix, you will learn what your clients are looking for and develop a plan for your business success.