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MUS. 290 –  Electronic Music I (CRN: 33948) at  College of San Mateo for Spring 2025

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MUS. 290 Electronic Music I

Learn to create, produce and record music in a variety of genres using current music technology. Gain hands-on experience in electronic music studio techniques including: digital recording, audio editing, signal processing, mixing, sampling, MIDI, synthesizers and drum machines. Acquire a historic perspective of the development of electronic music and an understanding of acoustics as applied to music production. Develop your listening skills and your appreciation for a wide variety of electronic music and for the world of sound. Great introductory course for aspiring singer/ songwriters, musicians, composers, producers, sound designers and sound artists. No previous musical experience necessary.

Units: 3
Degree Credit
Grade Option (Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass)
  • Lecture hours/semester: 32-36
  • Lab hours/semester: 48-54
  • Homework hours/semester: 64-72
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Transfer Credit: CSU, UC
C-ID: MUS. 290+291 = CMUS 100X

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Department: Music

Number of Units: 3


Section
AA - Lecture and/or Discussion
Meeting Date: 01/13-05/12
Meeting Time: 2:10pm-4:10pm
Days: M
Building: 10 Room: 0160
Instructor: Adria Otte
AA - Laboratory/Studio/Activity
Meeting Date: 01/15-05/14
Meeting Time: 2:10pm-4:50pm
Days: W
Building: 10 Room: 0161
Instructor: Adria Otte
Critical Dates for this Course Date
Last day to add class January 27, 2025
Last day to drop with a refund January 27, 2025
Last day to drop without a "W" February 2, 2025
Last day to drop with a "W" April 23, 2025
Last day to change to Pass/No Pass Grading Option May 12, 2025
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