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CMPN5006: Recording Portfolio
2025 unit information
This unit provides a practical overview of the sound recording process. Aspects of creative production are examined alongside project planning, management and the professional delivery of master recordings to professional standards. Students will gain insight into the recording process through practical recording projects taking advantage of the concert venues and studios and will integrate into the existing musical activities that occur at the Conservatorium
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
Sydney Conservatorium of Music
| Study level | Postgraduate |
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| Academic unit | Composition and Music Technology |
| Credit points | 6 |
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Corequisites:
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At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. Develop a proficiency with equipment commonly found in the (home) recording studio environment
- LO2. develop skills to effectively use microphones and recording devices to record solo instruments, ensembles, field recording etc
- LO3. develop organisational skills and learn to communicate effectively with the people involved in the recording process such as musicians, conductors, managers, etc.
- LO4. edit and produce recordings using industry standard software within the home, and professional studio environments
- LO5. develop the capacity to think creatively about the recording process.
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Semester 1 2025
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Normal day | Sydney |
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