Miskin Music

Btec Level 3 BTEC Subsidiary Diploma in Music Technology

Assignment Cover Sheet Assignment Reference: T1.2 BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Music Technology Brief IV’d By: A Pettitt Title: Music Production Portfolio PASSED: 30/10/15 /RETURNED Units: Unit 32 Sequencing and Software Techniques (GC1-4) Timing within Course: Yr 1, Term 1, 2015 Hand Out Date: 6/11/15 Hand In Date: 04/12/15 Special Considerations/ Independent study and time management is essential. Resources: Access to internet required. All sequencing work must be available on the software provided in your workspaces. All uploads must be tagged. Tutors in charge of Assignment: Matt Power

Miskin Music

Btec Level 3 BTEC Subsidiary Diploma in Music Technology

1st Year BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Music Technology – TERM 1 Producer in charge of Assignment: Matt Power Evidence: You will need a Tumblr and Soundcloud account for this unit. Evidence will be in the form of written booklet/PDF, observed participation, audio recordings and research notes. Grading Criteria: Pass, Merit or Distinction are attainable. The whole Unit is available. English and Maths: This project may include embedded functional skills in English and Maths. Please bear in mind your industry requires eloquent use of English and accurate use of figures. Note on copyright and plagiarism: This process will require independent research. Copying from the internet and additional sources is not appropriate and violates copyright and will be classed as plagiarism unless fully annotated and credited. You must make your work your own. We need to see that you have an understanding of the areas that you have researched. Copying work directly from ANY source will not be tolerated. If you quote ANY existing material you must put it in quotation marks and in brackets, attribute the source / author. For example: “Velcro, what a rip-off!” (Tim Vine, 2015, Live at the Bloomsbury)

SUBMISSION DEADLINES: 04/12/15 On completion of this project you should: Unit 32 Sequencing Music Systems And Techniques 1. Be able to set up a computer and peripheral MIDI hardware safely. 2. Be able to realise musical ideas using MIDI sequencing skills. 3. Be able to realise musical ideas using audio sequencing skills. 4. Understand the terminology associated with music sequencing techniques.

Miskin Music

Btec Level 3 BTEC Subsidiary Diploma in Music Technology

The Brief in Detail – MUSIC PRODUCTION PORTFOLIO Music Production Portfolio (Unit 32 – Sequencing Systems and Techniques) The aim of this project is to develop your knowledge of music sequencing software and the transferable skills that facilitate the realisation of musical ideas in both audio and MIDI environments. You will develop the skills to set up, use and discuss sequencing systems and techniques. (Edexcel BTEC Level 3 Nationals specification in Music and Music Technology - 2010 Specification). Scenario: You have been asked by a Music Software Developer to promote their product to musicians and producers. Your will create a portfolio of work that uses many of the functions available and a ‘How-to-Use’ guide that explains how, why and what you have used. Planning will be a key element to this project and it is therefore crucial that for each musical project you devise a production schedule that includes a number of targets and deadlines. Justifying your decision-making is important when delivering a product, and effective listening is critical in determining the decisions made. TASKS Task 1: Create a portfolio of recordings using MIDI sequencing skills. A variety of material will be asked of you during this project: jingles; cover versions and short original scores/compositions. Try to show a level of competency with this, using appropriate techniques. Once you have achieved a level of competency, try to show imagination and creativity and mastery of sequencing skills (U37 GC2) Task 2: Create an audio book using audio sequencing skills. Try to show a level of competency with this, using appropriate techniques. If you feel you have achieved a level of competency, try to show imagination and creativity and mastery of sequencing skills (U37 GC3). Task 3: Create a ‘How-to-Use’ guide that describes the hardware and software used in the creation of your work in Task 1 and Task 2. It must explain/illustrate/analyse the terminology related to sequencing. Including how to record and edit both Audio and MIDI, mixing and bouncing down. Include a block diagram of the computer, keyboard, soundcard, speakers etc. Include illustrations, photos and technical diagrams where appropriate (U37 GC1+4) PASS, MERIT AND DISTINCTION are attainable (see grading sheet below for criteria)

Miskin Music

Btec Level 3 BTEC Subsidiary Diploma in Music Technology

Miskin Theatre Grading Criteria Sheet (Please see your brief)

Criteria: 1-4 Initials: I.V.: Date:

Qualification: Level 3 BTEC Subsidiary Diploma in Music Technology Name:

Project: MUSIC PRODUCTION PORTFOLIO Unit Title: 32 Sequencing Systems and Techniques

To achieve a pass grade the evidence must show the learner is able to:

To achieve a merit grade the evidence must show the learner is able to:

To achieve a distinction grade the evidence must show the learner is able to:

Evidence

Grade achieved

P1 set up computer and peripheral MIDI hardware safely and competently with limited tutor support

M1 set up computer and peripheral MIDI hardware safely and competently with total independence

D1 set up computer and peripheral MIDI hardware safely and competently demonstrating mastery of the processes involved

P2 realise musical ideas using MIDI sequencing skills

M2 realise musical ideas using MIDI sequencing skills competently

D2 realise musical ideas using MIDI sequencing skills with confidence and flair

P3 realise musical ideas using audio sequencing skills

M3 realise musical ideas using audio sequencing skills competently and accurately

D3 realise musical ideas using audio sequencing skills with confidence and flair

P4 explain the terminology associated with music sequencing techniques

M4 illustrate the terminology associated with music sequencing techniques

D4 analyse the terminology associated with music sequencing techniques