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Music Production Capstone

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Music Production Capstone

This course is part of Music Production Specialization

Instructors: Stephen Webber

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4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

126 reviews

Intermediate level

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9 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

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4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

126 reviews

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

9 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Create a mock up of your song, using the emotional and dynamic timeline technique to "map" the arrangement of your production
Run a recording session effectively, including creating a comfortable space and providing effective feedback to musicians
Edit your tracks while using your reference tracks and emotional and dynamic timelines to realize your vision for your production
Ensure all instruments sound their best by using level, panning, EQ, and other effects and evaluate your mix by listening to it critically

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7 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 4 modules in this course

After successfully completing the three prior courses of the Music Production Specialization, this capstone experience is your chance to use your talent and accumulated knowledge to create and submit a finished, fully produced song. As you go through milestones, you will work on your own or with other musicians to develop a song and vision for the finished product. You will then plan and execute its production, including recording, editing, mixing, and posting the finished product. All along the way, you will receive feedback from the peer review process, allowing you to tweak and refine your finished song.

Module details

Welcome to the Music Production Capstone! Here we will cover all the details about the course and what you'll need to know to get the most out of your course experience. Then, we will focus on everything that needs to be done before you head into a recording session. We'll cover how to use reference tracks and analysis to develop an emotional timeline for your song, as well as how to schedule and work with other musicians.

What's included

3 videos5 readings1 assignment1 peer review1 discussion prompt

3 videosTotal 16 minutes

Welcome3 minutes
Pre-Production7 minutes
Project Phase 1: Pre-Production6 minutes

5 readingsTotal 42 minutes

Course Resources10 minutes
Earn A Course Certificate7 minutes
Documentation and Process-folios10 minutes
Connect with Your Classmates5 minutes
Pre-Production Check List10 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes

Self-Assessment: Pre-Production15 minutes

1 peer reviewTotal 60 minutes

Pre-Production60 minutes

1 discussion promptTotal 7 minutes

Meet and Greet7 minutes

For this module, we will dive into the recording session. We will discuss what your role is as a producer and what you need to focus on throughout the session. We'll also share some ideas on how to create a comfortable environment and how to make sure your session is successful.

What's included

3 videos1 reading2 assignments1 peer review

In this module, we'll focus on editing the tracks from your session last week. Chrissy, Loudon, and Stephen will share how they approach the editing process and offer a few tips and tricks to keep in mind while you edit your project.

What's included

3 videos1 reading2 assignments1 peer review

In this final module, we will dive into mixing and mastering your projects. Depending on the genre of your song, the way you approach the mixing and mastering stage may be very different. We will discuss various ways to approach the mixing stage, how to tell when your mix is complete, and finally, strategies to mastering your project.

What's included

6 videos2 readings2 assignments1 peer review

6 videosTotal 23 minutes

Reflecting On Your Record1 minute
Philosophies of Mixing4 minutes
Mixing Techniques12 minutes
Mastering Techniques5 minutes
Project Phase 4: Mixing and Mastering1 minute
Congratulations!1 minute

2 readingsTotal 20 minutes

Mixing Check List10 minutes
Mastering Check List10 minutes

2 assignmentsTotal 37 minutes

Reflection30 minutes
Self-Assessment: Mixing and Mastering7 minutes

1 peer reviewTotal 60 minutes

Mixing and Mastering60 minutes

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Reviewed on Nov 14, 2016

I loved this course. I think it needs more emphasis on the Mastering process, but there's nothing a little investigation can fix. Totally recommended.

Reviewed on Dec 6, 2020

One of the best formations I have ever done. This makes me able to increase my production knowledge. I'm finally a professional producer.

Reviewed on Sep 23, 2020

Enjoyed the course and assignments very well from the beginning. Other students submission was also nice. Best course for beginners to produce a track to start to final mix and mastering.

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