Development of computer-based electronic music production skills and techniques using industry-standard software and equipment.
Ableton Live software is used to create, record, produce and perform music. Learn about both the linear and improvisational methods of producing electronic music in Ableton Live. This paper provides you with the knowledge to discover your own sound and develop it into a portfolio of original tracks.
| Paper title | Electronic Music Production |
|---|---|
| Paper code | MUSI233 |
| Subject | Music |
| EFTS | 0.1500 |
| Points | 18 points |
| Teaching period | First Semester |
| Domestic Tuition Fees (NZD) | $1,059.15 |
| International Tuition Fees (NZD) | $4,338.30 |
- Prerequisite
- MUSI 132
- Restriction
- MUSI 333
- Schedule C
- Arts and Music
- Notes
- Students who have not taken MUSI132 should demonstrate prior knowledge of Logic, Pro-Tools or Ableton before commencing the paper. Contact lecturer Mr David Harrison david.harrison@otago.ac.nz to arrange a demonstration.
- Contact
- Please contact Dave Harrison for further information: david.harrison@otago.ac.nz
- More information link
- View more information on the Department of Music, Theatre and Performing Arts' website or email mtpa@otago.ac.nz.
- Teaching staff
- Paper Coordinator: Dr John Egenes
Teaching staff: David Harrison - Paper Structure
The paper covers Music Technology, Computer Based Production and Communication.
Please contact the Department of Music, Theatre and Performing Arts (mtpa@otago.ac.nz) for a copy of the most recent paper profile.
- Teaching Arrangements
- One 1-hour lecture and one 1-hour Music Computer Lab class per week.
- Textbooks
Please contact the Department Office (mtpa@otago.ac.nz) for more information on required readings.
- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
- Global perspective, Communication, Information literacy, Self-motivation, Teamwork.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
- At both 200- and 300-level, students will learn skills in music sequencing and an
understanding of modern sound creation and programming concepts.
Furthermore, participants will understand the application of essential electronic music production concepts and skills relating to the Ableton Live software platform. This will result in a 3-track portfolio.
At 300-level only, pedagogical approaches to electronic music research will be discussed in the form of an extended essay.
