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Course examines advanced Tonmeister music production theories & techniques related to recording acoustic music for playback on immersive sound systems. Students will sharpen their recording skills through class lectures & live recording sessions. Topics include surround sound (Dolby 5.1), surround with height channels (Auro-3D), wave field synthesis (WFS), immersive audio, & object based systems (Dolby ATMOS).

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This course offers an in-depth exploration of contemporary vocal styles with a strong emphasis on visual storytelling, music video production, and the creation of short-form performance content. Students will examine and perform material from a wide range of styles—including rock, pop, country, R&B, folk, disco, rap, and poetic/lyric-driven music—while learning to identify and embody the vocal traits that make each genre unique. The semester culminates in the creation of a personalized music video and short-form performance recordings suitable for social media or promotional materials.

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An examination of opera from the beginning of the 20th century to the present. An overview of the important works composed within this time period and an in-depth musical examination of selected pre-1950 works. Discussion of issues in present day composition and production of opera, including perspectives from prominent people in the field.

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