Week 01: Introductions & Sonic Identity

Date: January 25, 2024 Project: P1: Ambient Music Bed | Phase: Assessment

Overview

The assessment phase encompasses two distinct evaluations: functional and subjective. Functional assessment pinpoints the specific purpose of a given deliverable. Meanwhile, subjective assessment intricately analyzes how sound can convey a brand’s values, identity, and desired emotional impact.

Topics

• SP24-MUSC-228 Syllabus
• The Three Steps to Not Failing
• Ten Rules for Students and Teachers - Sister Corita Kent

Resources

• The Free Composer/Producer Toolkit & Beyond
• Good Digital Hygiene

In-Class Work

• Composition Assignment: Ambient Music Loop - Part 1: Assessment

Assignment

Due at the start of the next class:

• Learn your DAW + Expand Your Sound Palette
• Organize Your Files