Digital Audio Workstation

Computer
Software
Interface
Controller
Monitors/Headphones

Set up email (Gmail)

What is Protools?
PT Session

Creating a session
o Parameters
Audio file type
Sample rate
Bit depth
Session folders
Send/Compress a session
Label sessions

Basic Tools

Shortcuts

Create and use channels

Audio
Instrument
Auxiliary Input
Midi
Master Fader

Numbers Project

Download and open file

Exporting files
Cutting the file
Label clips
Merging file
Bounce to disk

Poetry project 1

Same as Numbers Project

Gap Project

Eliminate gaps by cutting and nudging

Crossfade
Fade in, Fade out
Use classical music piece (piano or guitar)

Simple melody

Share session with all parts out of order

Rearrange melody
Use correct harmony
Use Grid and Metronome
Aux Bus
Basic effects
Panning

Composition Project

Musical form
Create a short composition using an specific form
MIDI instruments VST
Mix

Commercial Project

Listen to commercials
Write a script
Record voiceovers
Use specific time
Create music that fits the mood
Use sound effects
Automation
Mix and check mix at master station

Drum loop and bass line

Share various drum loops

Share various bass lines
Fit in tempo using metronome and grid
Mix

Sampling

Share samples
Must use all samples
Creativity when using tools and effects
Piece must fit within the metronome and grid

Podcast

Listen to Podcasts
Write a script
Record voiceovers
Use specific time
Create music or find music that fits the mood
Use sound effects
Automation
Mix and check mix at master station
Light mastering

Minimalism

Play samples of minimalism

History of minimalism
Minimalism technique
Record samples using phones or other devices
Creativity is important
Edit and mix
Metronome and grid is optional
Light mastering

Musique Concrete

Play samples of musique concrete

History of musique concrete
Minimalism technique
Record samples using phones or other devices
Creativity is important
Edit and mix
Metronome and grid is optional

Poetry Project 2

Record poem with student from speech class

Add music to fit poem
Mix and light master

Cover song

Arrange a song to record using basic instrumentation

Prepare recording session
Record instruments and vocals
Edit and mix
Light master

Final Project

Create a song using elements learned during the year

Prepare recording session
Record all instruments and vocals
Edit and mix
Light master