Music Production for Records

Course Number
MP-320
Description
This course is a study of the creative and business aspects of producing records. Emphasis is placed on the creative and aesthetic techniques of production. Topics include song choice; song analysis; lyrics analysis; artist development and creative vision; scheduling, budgeting, and prioritization of tasks; communication issues; compromise and flexibility with regard to artist's vision; servicing the artist's and the record company's needs; and tracking the development of the production process from demo to master. Two multitrack projects are required.
Credits
2
Prerequisites
MP-318; MP-385 must be taken concurrently with MP-320
Required Of
MPED majors
Electable By
MPED majors
Semesters Offered
Fall, Spring, Summer
Location
Boston
Department
MPE
Course Chair
Rob Jaczko
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