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Fall, 2009 SEMINARS |
DATE & TIME |
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Saturdays
10 AM - 1 PM
10/3– 12/5
(10 Sessions)
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Tuesdays
6 - 8 PM
9/29 - 12/1
(10 Sessions)
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See below for the full two-year Seminar Configuration and Descriptions.
| Location |
All Oregon Music Technology Seminars are held on the PSU campus,
in the PSU Music Lab.
PSU Directions and campus map
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| Day and Time |
See above |
| Who can attend? |
Anyone 18+ with an interest in music techology (see prerequisites below). Parents may request a waiver for students under 18. |
| What concepts do you cover? |
When all three 100-level seminars are taken in order over the course of a school year, the program is designed to give students a basic grounding in modern music production. Concepts covered include the science of acoustics & electronics, analog & digital audio engineering, music on computer, musical synthesis & sampling, scoring for film & TV, project management, career development. Courses may also be taken individually with no pre-requisites.
300-level courses are meant to supplement this basic understanding in some specific areas. |
| How are you equipped? |
The PSU Music Lab is equipped with 15 computer music work stations, each with its own Macintosh iMac G5, MIDI keyboard, headphones, and software. |
| Are there pre-requisites? |
For AUDIO RECORDING TECHNIQUES (MTS 111), no pre-requisite courses or skills are required.
None of our 100-level courses require any prior training, and they may be taken in any order.
For MUSIC PRODUCTION FOR FILM & TELEVISION (MTS 311) all three 100-level courses, or a strong familiarity with Digital Performer on a Macintosh, is required.
See below for complete certificate program configuration including pre-requisites. |
| Do I need to be enrolled at PSU? |
No. Oregon Music Technology Seminars are held on the PSU campus, but do not carry college credit and do not require enrollment through PSU. Registration as described below is all that is required. |
| How do the Seminars compare to the PSU RAMP program courses? |
The PSU RAMP (Recording Arts and Music Production) program was discontinued effective Fall term, 2007. The Oregon Music Technology Seminars were created to provide a similar level of music technology instruction on a non-credited basis.
For information on music technology training offered for credit through the PSU Department of Music, please visit their music technology information page.
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| Can I use college Financial Aid to pay for the Seminars? |
No. The Seminars are offered independently of PSU, and are not affiliated with any college's admissions office. |
| Can I get Certification via the Seminars? |
Yes. Students completing all three 100-level Music Technology Seminars plus one additional 300-level course will receive certification from Oregon Music Technology School. |
| Registration |
Mail registration forms to the address listed on the forms.
We require a $50 advance deposit, payable with your registration, for any Fall, 2009 Seminar. See below for information on discounts for PSU students & advance payment.
Please make checks payable to Oregon Music Technology School.
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| Discounts |
Registrations mailed before September 18, 2009 for any of the Fall, 2009 Seminars may elect to pay the full tuition and receive a 5% discount.
Students who are registered at PSU for 8 or more credits in Fall term, 2009 and who pay in advance receive a 15% discount.
See registration forms for details. |
| For Information |
Jon Newton
EMAIL (preferred): info@oregonmts.com
PHONE: 503-725-3110
WEBSITE: http://oregonmts.com/mts_seminars.html
For more information, feel free to visit our Music Technology Seminar FAQ page.
To get on our alert list, please fill out our online form.
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MUSIC TECHNOLOGY SEMINARS | 2009-2010 COURSE CONFIGURATION |
| Term |
100-LEVEL COURSES (CERTIFICATION) |
300 LEVEL COURSES (SUPPLEMENTAL) |
| FALL |
AUDIO RECORDING TECHNIQUES (MTS 111)
Introduces students to the science, tools, and techniques involved in the field of audio engineering. Topics include acoustics & electronics, microphones, mixing board set up and operation, and signal processing. Applications used include Digital Performer, ProTools, and some synthesis applications. |
MUSIC PRODUCTION FOR FILM & TELEVISION (MTS 311) Examines music and sound design created to support the visual image. Topics include film scoring technology, music for animation, interfacing with film company technicians, finding scoring employment, and broadcast rights organizations. |
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Pre-requisites: None |
Pre-requisites: MTS 111-113 or the equivalent |
| WINTER |
MIDI MUSIC MAKING (MTS 112)
Studies how MIDI technology is used by today's music producers to create exciting music tracks entirely with computer software. Includes extensive instruction on sequencing application Digital Performer. Additional focus on "looping" and beat creation, and software instruments including Reason, and Ableton Live.
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BASIC FINALE (MTS 312)
Gives you a first look and a thorough introduction to this difficult but powerful notation software. Strategies for understanding the interface, getting started quickly, making music look "professional," and avoiding pitfalls are covered in detail. Some little known power-user concepts are also introduced. Highly recommended for anyone seeking to create great-looking sheet music.
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Pre-requisites: None |
Pre-requisites: None |
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INTRODUCTION TO SIBELIUS (MTS 314)
Sibelius is the more "user-friendly" computer-assisted notation program, but it can still be mystifying to new users. This class will help.
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Pre-requisites: None |
| SPRING |
DIGITAL MUSIC PRODUCTION (MTS 113)
Puts MIDI and audio together in a computer editing environment. Topics include digital audio recording & editing, virtual sound modules, music on the Internet, and project studio setup. Special emphasis on music mixing and mastering. Applications used include Digital Performer, Pro Tools, and various signal processing applications. |
ADVANCED FINALE (MTS 313)
This class is for those who have had some experience with this difficult but powerful notation program, and wish to take their engraving skills to the professional level. Many power-user concepts covered--highly recommended for the professional composer/arranger or anyone seeking to create publisher-quality sheet music. |
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Pre-requisites: None |
Pre-requisites: MTS 312 or some basic experience with Finale |
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