Music Technology

Course summary

A-Level Music Technology will be of interest to anyone wanting to learn about music production techniques and recording. It has a four-unit structure and is taken over two years. The course does not require any particular knowledge of music theory but focusses on production issues: recording techniques mixing sequencing composition sampling techniques etc There will be opportunities to record and mix live performances within the music and wider performing arts areas as well as working in collaboration with practical musicians. For your coursework you will be given the opportunity to work with professional musicians. We are also hoping to arrange a recording studio visit. A one-off studio fee of 25.00 is payable at the start of the 2nd year to cover the costs of hiring professional session musicians for the recording coursework. Students must also be prepared to invest in a set of professional headphones for classroom/studio work. An appropriate set are likely to cost between 30 and 150 but staff can give advice as to which makes/models would be most suitable.