MUSPOP 2202 - Song Writing & Performance 2B

Building on concepts introduced in Song writing and Performance 2A, this course enables students to further develop their creative and technical skills in composition and music production in a contemporary popular music context. Seminars introduce compositional techniques for more complex work including advanced considerations for arranging, instrumentation, electro-acoustic materials and approaches to a variety of contemporary genres. A particular focus will be on creative use of the recording studio, blending composition and production. Students will develop key skills critical for composers and producers including reflective practice, and critical listening in a music production context. Workshops focus on more advanced strategies for the preparation and performance of live original music. Students will work in small groups in the recording studio to create small-scale works that will aid in the creation of their song writing portfolio, and prepare their work for public performance.