MISKIN MUSIC - ASSIGNMENT BRIEF 2015/16

BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC) MUSIC

Assignment title/reference: T3.3 Mixing And Mastering
Unit: 36 Music Technology
Assessor: Matt Power

I.V: Andrew Pettitt

Date issued: 18/04/16

Formative assessment: 20/05/16
The
project
brief
Scenario

Submission date: 10/06/16

This project focuses on the integration of a variety of disciplines that form the basis of modern
music production, such as sequencing, audio recording, sampling, synthesis and associated
compositional technique. You will understand sound production, create and control MIDI
sequences, Be able to apply recording practice and technique to music creation, and be able to
create a music composition using a software sequencing application.
A recording studio has asked you to produce a variety of multi-track recordings using a software
sequencing application, and wants you to log and present the process, with technical detail, so
as to act as a guide for future recording engineers at their studio.

Learning Outcomes
LO 1

Understand sound
production within
contemporary
music making
Be able to create
and control MIDI
sequences using
hardware and
software

1.1 Explain the architecture of Digital Audio Workstation

1.2 Explain music sequencing and available sound sources
1.3 Explain the fundamental processes and components of studio recording
1.4 Evaluate the planning and production process
2.1 Create a sound palette using a variety of synthesisers and samplers
2.2 Create and edit a variety of MIDI sequences using different types of data
input
2.3 Demonstrate real-time control of sound sources using hardware and
software
2.4 Demonstrate effective computer skills in the creation of sequenced music

LO 3

Be able to apply
recording practice
and technique to
music creation

3.1 Plan and produce recordings of individual performers

3.2 Plan and produce recordings of ensembles
3.3 Plan and produce audio material suitable for sample patches
3.4 Demonstrate editing, mixing and mastering of recorded audio

LO 4

Be able to create a
music composition
using a software
sequencing
application

4.1 Plan a music composition that utilises live and virtual sound sources
4.2 Create music that incorporates competent musical technique
4.3 Create music that incorporates competent production technique
4.4 Produce scores that communicate relevant musical ideas
.

LO 2

Learner declaration

I certify that the work submitted for this assignment is my own and research sources are fully
acknowledged.
Student signature:

Qualification: BTEC HNC in MUSIC 2015/16

Date:

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This assignment gives you the opportunity to

achieve the following MERIT grades:
Grade Descriptor
M1
Identify and apply
strategies to find
appropriate solutions
M2
Select / design and apply
appropriate methods and
techniques
M3
Present and communicate
appropriate findings

Indicative
Characteristic/s
Effective judgements
have been made.

Contextualisation

The selection of methods

has been justified

You must show that your mixing technique shows

both creative and corrective elements, and is fully
justified.

Communication has taken

place in familiar and
unfamiliar contexts.

You must show that you have been able to

communicate with those whom you are recording,
assessing their wants and requirements, reaching
amicable conclusions and compromises where
necessary.

When considering the recording process you must

use technical and acoustical theory when and where
you feel it appropriate.

This assignment gives you the opportunity to

achieve the following DISTINCTION grades:
Grade Descriptor
D1
Use critical reflection to
evaluate own work and
justify valid conclusions

D2
Take responsibility for
managing and organising
activities
D3
Demonstrate convergent /
lateral / creative thinking

Indicative
Characteristic/s
Self-criticism of approach
has taken place and
realistic improvements
have been proposed
against defined
characteristics for
success.
Autonomy/independence
has been demonstrated
and the importance of
interdependence has
been recognized and
achieved.
Problems have been
solved and/or innovation
and creative thought have
been applied

Qualification: BTEC HNC in MUSIC 2015/16

Contextualisation
You must demonstrate critical reflection when
justifying the techniques adopted for editing and
mixing.

You must be able to demonstrate the ability to work

on your own and demonstrate how working with
others is mutually beneficial when working in a
studio environment.
You will have found solutions to a number of
technical problems in the recording studio, and
justified your chosen methods.

MISKIN MUSIC - ASSIGNMENT BRIEF 2015/16

ASSIGNMENT BRIEF
BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC) MUSIC
Assignment title/reference: T3.3 Mixing And Mastering
Unit: 36 Music Technology
Assessor: Matt Power

I.V: Andrew Pettitt

Date issued: 04/03/16

Formative assessment: 22/04/16

The
project
brief
Scenario

Task 1
1.1,
1.2,
1.3, 1.4
Task 2
2.1,
2.2,
2.3, 2.4
Task 3
3.1,
3.2,
3.3, 3.4
Task 4
4.1,
4.2,
4.3, 4.4

Submission date: 13/05/16

This project focuses on the integration of a variety of disciplines that form the basis of modern
music production, such as sequencing, audio recording, sampling, synthesis and associated
compositional technique. You will understand sound production, create and control MIDI
sequences, Be able to apply recording practice and technique to music creation, and be able to
create a music composition using a software sequencing application.
A recording studio has asked you to produce a variety of multi-track recordings using a software
sequencing application, and wants you to log and present the process, with technical detail, so
as to act as a guide for future recording engineers at their studio.
TASKS
Understanding the hardware and software used in contemporary music making:
You must explain the architecture of a DAW, and explain music sequencing and
available sound sources. Your guidebook must also explain the fundamental
processes and components of studio recording, whilst evaluating the planning and
production process of a studio session.
Creating and controlling MIDI sequences:
On your chosen DAW create a sound palette of a variety of synthesisers and
samplers, then edit a variety of MIDI sequences, demonstrate real-time control and
effective computer skills in the creation of sequenced music.
Recording Practices:
You must create a variety of recordings that show your ability to record both individual
performers and ensembles. You must also create some music that is suitable for
sampling. You must also be able to demonstrate editing, mixing and mastering
recorded audio.
Creating Music:
You must create a professional sounding composition that uses both MIDI and audio.
The composition must display competent musical and production techniques. You
must create a notated score of this recording.

Qualification: BTEC HNC in MUSIC 2015/16

EVIDENCE
Written
guidebook
with audio
and
illustrations
Observations,
audio
recordings
Video, audio
and
photographic
evidence.
Observation.
Written blog.
Video
evidence,
Observation.

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ASSIGNMENT SUMMARY AND FEEDBACK

BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC) MUSIC
Assignment title/reference: T3.3 Mixing And Mastering
Unit: 36 Music Technology
Assessor: Matt Power

I.V:

Learner:

Date Submitted:

Criteria
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
3.1
3.2
3.3
3.4
4.1
4.2
4.3
4.4

The evidence shows you are able to:

Explain the architecture of Digital Audio Workstation
Explain music sequencing and available sound sources
Explain the fundamental processes and components of studio recording
Evaluate the planning and production process
Create a sound palette using a variety of synthesisers and samplers
Create and edit a variety of MIDI sequences using different types of data
input
Demonstrate real-time control of sound sources using hardware and software
Demonstrate effective computer skills in the creation of sequenced music
Plan and produce recordings of individual performers
Plan and produce recordings of ensembles
Plan and produce audio material suitable for sample patches
Demonstrate editing, mixing and mastering of recorded audio
Plan a music composition that utilises live and virtual sound sources
Create music that incorporates competent musical technique
Create music that incorporates competent production technique
Produce scores that communicate relevant musical ideas

Merit
Grade Descriptor
M1
Identify and apply
strategies to find
appropriate solutions
M2
Select / design and apply
appropriate methods and
techniques
M3
Present and
communicate appropriate
findings

Achieved (tick)

Distinction
Achieved (tick)

Qualification: BTEC HNC in MUSIC 2015/16

Grade Descriptor
D1
Use critical reflection to
evaluate own work and
justify valid conclusions
D2
Take responsibility for
managing and organizing
activities
D3
Demonstrate convergent
/ lateral / creative thinking

Achieved (tick)

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Formative Feedback: Assessor to Student

Action Plan

Summative feedback

Feedback: Student to Assessor

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Date

Student Signature

Date

Qualification: BTEC HNC in MUSIC 2015/16