Associate of Arts (AA) Degree In Music Production
Bachelor's degree
Online
Description
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Type
Bachelor's degree
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Methodology
Online
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Duration
4 Semesters
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Start date
Different dates available
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Online campus
Yes
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Delivery of study materials
Yes
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Support service
Yes
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Virtual classes
Yes
The AA in Music Production provides students with a focused introduction to music production workflows, music creation software, virtual instruments, music editing, and industry standard practices in the creation of music for visual media. Emphasis is placed on both music creation and editing principles, with an emphasis on virtual instruments, as well as introducing recording principles and contemporary studio techniques.
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About this course
Undergraduate students will meet the following student performance criteria:
Music Production
Construct effective music for different visual environments such as film, television, animation, games and commercials
Demonstrate flexibility in creating or editing
Demonstrate a basic understanding of the language of music: harmony, melody and rhythm
Technical Skills
Demonstrate proficiency with software related to contemporary music production techniques
Demonstrate familiarity with audio recording techniques, editing, and mixing
Professional Readiness
Produce basic materials required for an entry-level job search
Academy of Art University Learning Outcomes
Graduates of the Academy of Art University will demonstrate the ability to:
Produce a body of work suitable for seeking professional opportunities in their chosen field of art and design.
Solve creative problems within their field of art and design, including research and synthesis of technical, aesthetic, and conceptual knowledge.
Communicate their ideas professionally and connect with their intended audience using visual, oral, and written presentation skills relevant to their field.
Execute technical, aesthetic, and conceptual decisions based on an understanding of art and design principles.
Evaluate work in their field, including their own work, using professional terminology.
Recognize the influence of major cultural and aesthetic trends, both historical and contemporary, on art and design products.
Learn the professional skills and behaviors necessary to compete in the global marketplace for art and design.
AA Music Production Degree Requirements
Minimum grade of C- in all core courses, major courses, and LA 107 Writing for the Multilingual Artist or 108 Composition for the Artist
Minimum 2.0 GPA and the following general education requirements:
1 Written Communication: Composition
1 Written Communication: Critical Thinking
1 Employment Communications & Practices
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Subjects
- Industry
- Media
- Music
- Production
- Basic Notation
- Music Theory
- Music Production
- Recording Industry
- History of Animation
- Film Music Appreciation
Course programme
- MUS 101: Music Theory & Basic Notation
- MUS 102: Soundtrack Industry Overview
- MUS 120: Music Production 1
- MUS 179: History of the Recording Industry
- LA 108: Composition for the Artist
- LA 132: History of Animation
- LA 142: Film Music Appreciation
- MUS 110: Harmony 1
- MUS 170: Music Production 2
- MUS 188: Rhythm & Beat Production
- LA 291: Designing Careers
- MUS 105: Pro Tools User Certification Preparation
- MUS 125A: Audio Production A
- MUS 310: Real Time Mixing
- MUS 360: Songwriting in Popular Music
- LA 126: Seminar in the Arts
- LA 202: English Composition: Creative Persuasion & Argument
- MUS 205: ProTools 2 Operator Certification Preparation
- MUS 222: Ableton Live Certification Preparation
- MUS 285: Session Recording 1: Protocols and Practices
- MUS 370: Music Editing for Visual Media
- MUS 415: The Music Mix
Associate of Arts (AA) Degree In Music Production