The Music Technology Division at Berklee College of Music presents a weekend of intensive workshops covering many facets of current music production technology. Attendees will participate in seminars and sessions in Berklee's state-of-the-art recording studios and music synthesis labs.
Offerings range from introductory to intermediate levels of skill and preparation. All college facilities use Apple hardware and compatible software. Participants have limited hands-on opportunities and most seminars are demonstration-based. This program has a limited enrollment; we encourage you to apply early in order to secure a space.
Who are the instructors?
Seminars and workshops will be conducted by Berklee's internationally renowned faculty and industry professionals.
What's the schedule?
Scoring to Picture
Learn the basics of writing music for film, television, or games. This includes creative interpretation of visuals, working with clients, integration of the picture into music software, and composing/producing your own tracks using synthesizers and sequencers.
Multimedia Authoring
Learn how music and audio functions within interactive multimedia environments such as the web, computer games, and live performance. Powerful multimedia authoring tools will be introduced.
Sequencing and MIDI Production
This session will provide an overview of MIDI sequencing and production techniques using state-of-the-art software and synthesis hardware. Emphasis will be placed on recording and editing your own material in the MIDI environment.
Introduction to Music Business
Curriculum includes a discussion of licensing, publishing, royalties, contracts, and distribution.
Synthesizer Programming
Learn about synthesizer and sampler architecture, programming concepts common to all synthesizers, and the basics of sound/patch editing for many types of synthesis.
Desktop Digital Audio
Digital audio tools have revolutionized the way modern musicians work. Learn how digital audio workstations are used for recording and editing audio and how to integrate digital audio with the MIDI production environment.
Multitrack Recording Techniques
We will present an accelerated workshop covering many aspects of recording, including microphone selection and placement, equalization, and dynamic signal processing.
Multitrack Mixing Techniques
Explore the aesthetic choices relating to balance, dynamics, arrangement, preparation, and realization of a successful mix.
Project/Home Studio Design and Setup
This session will cover basic equipment requirements, budget considerations, affordable acoustic modifications, and the formation of appropriate expectations.
Making and Selling Your Own Recordings
In this session, you will discover how mastering can enhance your final product. We will also cover how to prepare for manufacturing, design your package, and determine the most successful marketing methods for independent release of CDs and cassettes.
Final Session
Attend a question-and-answer session with workshop faculty.
Guest Lecturer Presentation
An industry professional will deliver a special lecture on current technology topics.
Evening Sessions
These include additional seminars, demonstrations, and lab time.
Program content subject to change.
Where will I eat and sleep?
When we have processed your application, you will be sent information and an application for residence hall housing. Most program participants elect to stay in the Berklee residence halls. However, acceptance to the program does not guarantee a residence hall space. Space is limited. To optimize your chances for on-campus housing, you must return the housing application immediately upon receiving it. To be eligible to live in the residence hall, you must be 15 years of age by the start of the program. If you are applying to the program after mid-June 2009, call the Housing Office at 617 747-2292 to find out if residence hall space is still available.
