Advanced Techniques in Electronic Music: Studio Songwriting

3 units

How does the act of recording and manipulating sound change the way we write songs? How can the tones and moods of a recording interact with notes and rhythms and words? Students will look for answers through experiments in composition, collaboration, and critical listening. Topics will include beatmaking, sound collage, vocal manipulations, sampling, and virtual spaces. Formal training is not required, although students will engage with (and learn) basic music theory concepts. To apply for the course, students should request an eligibility override via Workday and complete the application via Google Forms .