Music Production for Middle School Students Ongoing
This ongoing class is for students interested in producing a complete song on a digital audio workstation. Students will see an overview of the music production process, from making beats to creating a whole song.
The Electronic Music Club with Tommy J.
Average rating:
4.6
Number of reviews:(13)
What's included
1 live meeting
55 mins in-class hours per weekClass Experience
US Grade 6 - 9
Beginner - Intermediate Level
This is an ongoing course of study for middle school-age students interested in music production. Students must have access to a Digital audio workstation such as Logic(apple only), Garage Band (Apple's Free software), or Soundtrap (license required, Windows and Mac); The concepts covered can be used in all programs. This class is an ongoing program. See the production process from start to finish. In addition, audio engineering and music composition will be covered. This class is for you if you have a computer and access to music production software. Example of topics covered: Week 1.3/7/24 Beatmaking and functions of a DAW Week 2. 3/14/24 Step sequencer drum programming Week 3. 3/21/24 Bass lines Week 4. 3/28/24 Chord Progressions Week 5. 4/4/24 Melody writing Week 6 4/11/24 Song form and arranging Week 7 4/18/24 Mixing Week 8 4/25/24 Mastering
Learning Goals
Students will understand how to use a Digital audio workstation to 1. Make beats. 2. Play and program instrumental parts. 3. Create chord progressions.4. Create Melodies. 5. Compose. 6. Arrange. 7. Mix. 8 Master recordings.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Not applicable
Pre-Requisites
Students must have access to one of the following digital audio workstations: Soundtrap, Garage Band, Band Lab, Logic, Cubase, Pro tools, etc.
Supply List
A Digital audio workstation software such as Logic (apple only), Garage Band (apple only), or Soundtrap (Web-based Windows, Mac application, IOS, and Android)
Joined December, 2022
4.6
13reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from CUNY Lehman
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from CUNY Lehman
I have taught music production in public schools and colleges for twenty-three years. I have a master's degree and industry experience. Reviews
Live Group Class
$15
weekly1x per week
55 min
Completed by 17 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-15
3-15 learners per class
