In this innovative 14-week project-oriented program students will learn fundamental skills, techniques and tools to work with digital audio software. The program will culminate in a student created song or podcast project that will be showcased at the Plugged In end of session showcase. This is not a program adapted for online learning. Our Digital Audio Production programs are geared towards and enhanced by the virtual environment. We will explore topics such as:

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• An intro to digital music

• Learn how to use Soundtrap

• Audio editing and the grid

• MIDI editing and drums

• Mixing and effects

• Creative arranging

• Learn how to use Reaper

• Audio, comping and sampling

• Synthesis and MIDI

• Automation, routing and effects

• And more!

Required materials: 

If you do not have access to the following materials, please contact Plugged In prior to registration

• Desktop or Laptop computer – MAC (macOS: 10.5-11 Big Sur or newer); PC (Windows: XP/Vista/7/8/10 32 or 64 bit)

• Headphones

• Soundtrap Account (Provided)

• Reaper Account (Provided)

Past support from: Mass Cultural Council