Syllabus

Overview of what you will Learn

Introduction

Swar

Chapter 1 - Swar

Laya & Rhythm

Chapter 2 - Laya & Rhythm

Song Construction

Chapter 3 - Song Construction

Western Music Notes

Western Music Rhythm

Chapter 4 - Basics of Western Music

How is Raga Made

Hindustani Demo

Hindustani Concert Demo

Difference-Hindustani & Carnatic

Chapter 5 - How is Raga Made

Scales

Chapter 6 - Scales

Chords

Chapter 7  - Chords

Setup

Preferences and Sessions

Arrange Window and Project Settings

Importing and Trimming Audio

Exporting and Bouncing Audio

Chapter 8.1 - Logic Pro Foundation - Set up & Interface

Snapping & Dragging

Tools in Logic

Fades & Zooms

Editing with Loops

Chapter 8.2 - Logic Pro Foundation - Editing

Recording Basics

Comping

Punching & Record Modes

Chapter 8.3 - Logic Pro Foundation - Recording

What is MIDI

Setting up MIDI & Software Instruments

Using your computer keyboard as MIDI device

MIDI recording

MIDI Editing

Chapter 8.4 - Logic Pro Foundation - MIDI

Drum Kit

Drum Programming

Basic Arrangement Demo 1

Basic Arrangement Demo 2

Basic Arrangement Demo 3

Chapter 8.5 - Logic Pro Foundation - Music Production Basics

Mixer - volume and Pan

Audio Plugins - Reverb

Delay

Sends Auxes and EQ

Checking Levels & Exporting

Chapter 8.6 - Logic Pro Foundation - Finishing your Song

Setting up Cubase

Arrange Windows, tools, Buttons & Some Preferences

Audio Chennels & Channel Operations

Audio Routing, Gain Staging & Metering

Mix & Edit Windows

Chapter 8.7 - Cubase Foundation - Introduction and Setup

Importing, Editing Audio, Using Tools and Exporting Audio

Chapter 8.8 - Cubase Foundation - Import, Editing and Mixdown

Audio Routing & Recording Audio

Advance Audio Recording & Comping

Chapter 8.9 - Cubase Foundation - Audio

An Introduction to MIDI

Using a Computer Keyboard

Recording

Recording Modes

MIDI Setup

Chapter 8.10 - Cubase Foundation - MIDI

The Drums

Adding Instruments

Editing Performances and Instruments

Chapter 8.11 - Cubase Foundation - Basic Music Production

Mixer and Channel Strip

Inserts, Reverb, FX and EQ

Inserts, Delay FX and FX Channels

Setting Levels, Automation and Mixdown

Chapter 8.12 - Cubase Foundation - Finishing a Song

<h3 style="text-align: start"><strong>Music Composition and Production - (Basic)</strong></h3><h3><span style="color: black; color: black"><strong>Course Overview</strong></span></h3><p><span style="color: black; color: black">The course is tailored for This course is tailored for beginner and intermediate musicians. It aims to establish a solid music foundation and initiate students into composition and production at a basic level.</span></p><h3 style="text-align: start"><strong>Content:</strong></h3><ul><li><p><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34); color: rgb(34, 34, 34)">Delve into both Indian and Western music theories</span></p></li><li><p><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34); color: rgb(34, 34, 34)">Master the intricacies of Indian and Western rhythm systems</span></p></li><li><p><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34); color: rgb(34, 34, 34)">Acquire fundamental skills in audio and music editing</span></p></li><li><p><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34); color: rgb(34, 34, 34)">Explore the basics of audio recording and music production using Logic Pro and/or Cubase</span></p></li></ul><p style="text-align: start"></p><h3 style="text-align: start"><strong>Benefits:&nbsp;</strong></h3><p style="text-align: start"><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34); color: rgb(34, 34, 34)">Develop a strong foothold in music composition and production, suitable for budding musicians seeking to create their own sound. Build confidence in musical theories, rhythm, and production techniques.</span></p><p></p><h3 style="text-align: start"><strong>Course Delivery:&nbsp;</strong></h3><p style="text-align: start"><span style="color: black; color: black">The contents of this course will be recorded and available to watch at the students’s own pace. There will be one live QnA session each week.</span></p>

Recorded course + 1 live online class per week
Taught by:  Mahesh Raghvan & Dr.Sangeeta Shankar

Music Composition and Production (Basic) - 4 months

Sharangadev School of Music and Culture

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