Music Production & Sound Engineering
Course Outline
Module 1: Introduction to Music Production
- Overview of the Music Production Process
- Audio terminologies
- Pre-production
- Recording
- Mixing
- Mastering
- Understanding Genres and Styles of Music
- Introduction to Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs)
- Popular DAWs:
Module 2: Music Production Tools & Techniques
- Equipment Overview
- Microphones
- Audio Interfaces
- MIDI Controllers
- Studio Monitors
- Basics of Sound
- Sound Waves
- Frequency and Amplitude
- Understanding EQ, Compression, and Reverb
- Setting Up a Home Studio
- Space Optimization
- Acoustic Treatment
Module 3: Recording and Editing
- Recording Techniques
- Capturing Vocals
- Recording Instruments
- Audio Editing Basics
- Cutting, Splicing, and Arranging Tracks
- Using Effects to Enhance Audio Quality
- Introduction to MIDI and Sampling
- Creating Melodies
- Using Virtual Instruments
Module 4: Mixing and Mastering
- Mixing Techniques
- Balancing Levels
- Panning and Spatial Effects
- Layering Sounds
- Mastering Fundamentals
- Loudness and Dynamics
- Preparing Tracks for Distribution
- Final Project: Create and Mix Your Own Track