BC offers courses in Audio Engineering and Production. All three of these courses are currently Hybrid courses. Each class meets twice a week for an hour and the remainder of the course is taught online.
FACILITIES: BC has two fully functioning Recording Studios, using both digital and analog technology. Both are Pro Tools HD studios. In addition, BC has a 24-station midi lab complete with midi controller keyboards and computers loaded with music software: Each computer workstation includes Pro Tools, Apple Logic, and Digital Performer, as well as composition/notation software: Sebelius & Finale. Additionally, each midi station contains ear-training software and multiple soft-synth instruments. The studios and the lab are typically open 7 days a week during the school year.
Recording Arts Courses
MUSC 156: Audio Engineering & Production I 5 cr.
Introduces professional studio control room equipment, microphone use and placement for recording acoustic and electronic instruments, listening skills, basic electronics and acoustics and studio design and workflow.
MUSC 157: Audio Engineering & Production II 5 cr.
Students gain experience in recording, mixing down, and burning CD music projects by working with analog and digital mixing consoles. Course covers the history and theories of multi-track technology, analog and digital recording.
MUSC 158: Audio Engineering & Production III 5 cr.
Covers intermediate techniques in recording, mixing down, and mastering music projects. Students work with analog and digital mixing consoles. Includes the history and theories of multi-track technology, analog and digital recording. Prerequisite: MUSC 156 and permission of instructor. Recommended: MUSC 157.
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Last Updated December 28, 2023