Music Industry, Minor
Program Description
The minor in music industry is designed to provide students with the basic specialized skills required for post-graduate employment opportunities in arts marketing and management, studio technology, and audio recording. Students will have hands-on opportunities to work with up-to-date software packages used in music industry. Finally, students will have a significant opportunity to undertake an independent practical project within a chosen area of the music industry.
Program Requirements
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| MIND 3311 | Introduction to Music Production | 3 |
| MIND 3312 | Sound Recording Technology I | 3 |
| MIND 3313 | Sound Recording Technology II | 3 |
| MIND 3320 | Music Industry Essentials | 3 |
| MIND 3321 | Music Industry Applications | 3 |
| MIND 4396 | Directed Individual Study | 3 |
| or MIND 4398 | Applied Experience | |
| Total Hours | 18 | |
Courses
MIND 3311 Introduction to Music Production
3 Semester Credit Hours (3 Lecture Hours)
This course focuses on examining the basics of music-specific technology and its application to a career in the field of music production and fields that are music adjacent. Aspects of both hardware (microphones, boards, cables, etc.) and software (recording and editing software, notation software, etc.) will be covered.
MIND 3312 Sound Recording Technology I
3 Semester Credit Hours (3 Lecture Hours)
Designed for both music majors and non-majors, this course is an examination of the art of audio recording. The curriculum will cover signal flow of the mixing console as it applies to both recording and sound reinforcement; microphones and techniques of application; use of sonic effects; recording devices (Digital, and Hard Disk); synchronization formats; etc.
MIND 3313 Sound Recording Technology II
3 Semester Credit Hours (3 Lecture Hours)
A continuation of MIND 3312 Sound Recording Technology I. The curriculum will cover advanced topics regarding digital console technology, power and ground related issues, studio acoustics and design, digital audio technology, multimedia and web applications, amplifiers, noise reduction, monitoring, surround sound, and mastering procedures.
Prerequisite: MIND 3312.
MIND 3314 Live Sound
3 Semester Credit Hours (3 Lecture Hours)
Designed for both music majors and non-majors, an overview of the basic principles of sound and reinforcement and how audio can be manipulated utilizing current live sound technology. Topics will include signal flow, microphone selection and placement, signal processing, and mixing.
MIND 3315 Musical Acoustics
3 Semester Credit Hours (3 Lecture Hours)
Designed for both music majors and non-majors, an overview of acoustics with emphasis in the areas of scientific knowledge that are relevant to music: the physiological properties of sounds; the effect of acoustical environment; the acoustical behavior of musical instruments; and the various applications of electronics and computers to the production, reproduction, and composition of music.
MIND 3316 MIDI and Film Score
3 Semester Credit Hours (3 Lecture Hours)
Designed for both music majors and non-majors, this course introduces students to the Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI) sequencing using computer software and keyboard synthesizers. Students will learn how to apply basic music theory, Foley sound effects, creation of virtual synthesizers, and film score. Hands-on projects are completed throughout the semester culminating in sound design, sound effects, and composition for film.
MIND 3320 Music Industry Essentials
3 Semester Credit Hours (3 Lecture Hours)
Designed for both music majors and non-majors, this course is an overview of the practices and procedures of the music industry, including such topics as career possiblities, publishing, labels, marketing, and copyrights. It also includes an overview of career options will include performer, composer, record producer and engineer, artist manager, booking agent, concert promoter, sales, marketing, and entertainment attorney.
MIND 3321 Music Industry Applications
3 Semester Credit Hours (3 Lecture Hours)
Designed for both music majors and non-majors, this course is an in depth examination of the practices and procedures of the music industry that pertain to accounting, taxes, copyright, licensing, marketing and contracts. The primary objective of this course is to develop a working knowledge of the music industry and to remain in compliance with the U.S. legal system.
MIND 3322 Entertainment Law and the Music Industry
3 Semester Credit Hours (3 Lecture Hours)
Designed for both music majors and non-majors, an overview of the legal practices and ramifications of United States law and its influence on the music industry. Topics will include intellectual property, business structures, contracts, distribution regulations, and copyrights. Legal practices for entertainment mediums will include television, film, live stage performances, recording, and publishing.
MIND 4396 Directed Individual Study
1-3 Semester Credit Hours
See College description. Offered on application.
MIND 4398 Applied Experience
3 Semester Credit Hours
See College description. Offered on application.