Master of Music in Music Production, 

TOTAL CREDITS : 60

COURSE LENGTH: 2 YEARS

Weekly Classes

Textbooks included

Program Description 

Course Title: Master of Music Production (MMP) Course Description: 

The Master of Music Production (MMP) program is designed to provide advanced training in music production, preparing students for careers in the music industry.

This program covers a wide range of topics, including: - Music production techniques and software (DAWs, plugins, etc.) - Recording and mixing principles - Sound design and synthesis - Music composition and arrangement - Music business and industry practices - Audio post-production for film and video - Live sound and concert production Learning Outcomes: - Develop advanced skills in music production software and hardware - Produce high-quality recordings and mixes - Create original music compositions and arrangements - Understand music industry practices and business principles - Apply audio post-production techniques to visual media - Manage live sound and concert productions

Duration: 12-24 months (full-time or part-time) Assessment: - Music production projects and portfolios - Written exams and assignments - Research thesis or final project Career Opportunities: - Music Producer - Recording Engineer - Sound Designer - Composer - Music Editor - Live Sound Engineer - Audio Post-Production Specialist

Ideal candidates want to:

• gain cutting-edge skills in music technology;

• apply new inspiration and possibilities to their artistic endeavors;

• implement the principles of innovation to their craft and careers;

• focus on developing and implementing new and emerging music technologies; and

• shape the future of music.

Ideal candidates should demonstrate:

• excellent musicianship;

• facility with technology;

• success in both artistic and academic settings;

• a strong work ethic, including prior accomplishments; and

• the motivation to make massive progress in one year.

Learning Outcomes

When you complete the Master of Music in Music Production, Technology and Innovation, you will have the ability to:

• create innovative music using technology;

• apply technology to the composition of music;

• analyze the properties of sound;

• master critical listening and assessment skills;

• synthesize studio technologies and techniques;

• master MIDI and audio production technologies and techniques;

• perform electronic music live;

• integrate music and audio into software applications and games;

• generate and manipulate video in relationship to music; and

• develop audio in the context of software applications (i.e., coding

Curriculum

Semester 1

• MTI-5L5: Music Technology Innovation Seminar 1 (3 credits/6 ECTS)

• MTI-5L5: Hybrid Recording Methods and Strategies (3 credits/5 ECTS)

• MTI-5L2: Live Video Music Production (3 credits/5 ECTS) or MTI-5L3: Studio Video Music Production (3 credits/5 ECTS)

• MTI-5L1: Nonlinear Structure for Real-Time Media (3 credits/5 ECTS)

• one elective 

Semester 2

• MTI-6L6: Music Technology Innovation Seminar 2 (3 credits/6 ECTS)

• MTI-526: Advanced Hybrid Recording Methods and Strategies (3 credits/5 ECTS)

• MTI-5L3: Electronic Production and Live Performance (3 credits/5 ECTS)

• GS-5L0: Master's Advising (0 credit/0 ECTS)

• GS-5L3: Graduate Professional Development Seminar (1 credit/2 ECTS)

• one elective

Semester 3

• GS-5L0: Master's Advising (0 credit/0 ECTS)

• MTI-6L5: Culminating Experience in Music Production, Technology, and Innovation (6 credits/6 ECTS)

• one elective

Semester 4 (optional)

• GS-595: Graduate Internship (1 credit/2 ECTS)

Electives:

• MOI-61M: DJing and Turntablism (3 credits/5 ECTS)

• MLI-61M: Advanced DJ Lab (3 credits/5 ECTS)

• CTI-61M: Professional and Creative Music Sound Design

• MWI-618: Mobile Music App Writing (3 credits/5 ECTS)

• MSI-62M: Applied Analog Synthesis (3 credits/5 ECTS)

• MTI-63M: Applied Media Design Techniques (3 credits/5 ECTS)

• MDI-64M: Applied Media Design and Prototyping Lab 2 (3 credits/5 ECTS)

• MTI-641: Advanced Topics in Music Technology (3 credits/5 ECTS)

• MTI-643: Advanced Music Video Production (3 credits/5 ECTS)

• MTI-645: Advanced Studio and Interactive Performance Mixing (3 credits/5 ECTS)

Optional Electives:

• CEM-55K: Contemporary Ensemble (1 credit/4 ECTS)

• PM-51K: Principles of Music Research (3 credits/6 ECTS)

• MW-61K: Multimedia Installation Workshop (3 credits/5 ECTS)

• CR-63K: Cross-Cultural Rhythm Studies for Musicians (3 credits/5 ECTS)

Students can take a maximum of three elective courses throughout the academic year. Of those three elective courses, two must be program electives. Ensembles are considered electives.