MISKIN MUSIC - ASSIGNMENT BRIEF 2017/18

BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC) – MUSIC (Music Technology)

Assignment title/reference: T2.2 Studio Sessions
Unit: 35 Music Studio Production
Assessor: Matt Power I.V: Andrew Pettitt
Date issued: 08/01/18
Formative assessment: 09/02/18 Submission date: 26/03/18

The This project is designed to consolidate your practical knowledge of studio equipment with
project theoretical skills. The project will cover a number of aspects of audio recording. You will be able
brief to use the components of the modern recording studio whilst applying your understood
knowledge of sound theory and digital audio concepts. You will be able to record and number of
instruments and mix your recordings with technical skill and creativity.
Scenario A recording studio has asked you to produce a multi-track recording, 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 Be able to use the 1.1 Match signal sources and destinations within the recording studio
components of the environment.
modern recording 1.2 Define appropriate gain staging.
studio. 1.3 Select correct routing and patching techniques within the modern recording
studio.
LO 2 Understand sound 2.1 Justify microphone placement relating to sound theory.
theory and digital 2.2 Evaluate correct gain staging in the modern studio.
audio concepts.
LO 3 Be able to record 3.1 Follow technical and artistic guidelines to inform appropriate microphone
instruments and choice.
voices within the 3.2 Follow technical and artistic guidelines to inform appropriate microphone
technical and placement.
creative boundaries 3.3 Carry out interfacing of various sources in the modern studio.
of the product.
LO 4 Be able to mix a 4.1 Edit material accurately.
recording to a 4.2 Produce appropriate registral placement using equalisation at the mixing
professional stage of a recording.
technical and 4.3 Create appropriate depth and width at the mixing stage of a recording.
creative standard. 4.4 Use dynamic processors at the mixing stage of a recording.
4.5 Present a mastered recording adhering to industry standards.

Learner declaration

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

Student signature: Date:

Qualification: BTEC HNC in MUSIC 2017/18


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
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
THIS PROJECT WILL REQUIRE ACCESS TO THE RECORDING STUDIO.
SESSION TIMES WILL BE STRICT AND YOU MUST ENSURE THAT IF YOU HAVE CLIENTS YOU ARE
FULLY PREPARED BEFORE THEY ARRIVE.
Qualification: BTEC HNC in MUSIC 2017/18
MISKIN MUSIC - ASSIGNMENT BRIEF 2017/18
This assignment gives you the opportunity to
achieve the following MERIT grades:
Indicative Contextualisation
Characteristic/s
Effective judgements When considering the recording process you must
have been made. use technical and acoustical theory when and where
you feel it appropriate.
The selection of methods You must show that your mixing technique shows
has been justified both creative and corrective elements, and is fully
justified.
Communication has taken You must show that you have been able to
place in familiar and communicate with those whom you are recording,
unfamiliar contexts. assessing their wants and requirements, reaching
amicable conclusions and compromises where
necessary.
This assignment gives you the opportunity to
achieve the following DISTINCTION grades:
Indicative Contextualisation
Characteristic/s
Self-criticism of approach You must demonstrate critical reflection when
has taken place and justifying the techniques adopted for editing and
realistic improvements mixing.
have been proposed
against defined
characteristics for
success.
Autonomy/independence You must be able to demonstrate the ability to work
has been demonstrated on your own and demonstrate how working with
and the importance of others is mutually beneficial when working in a
interdependence has studio environment.
been recognized and
achieved.
Problems have been You will have found solutions to a number of
solved and/or innovation technical problems in the recording studio, and
and creative thought have justified your chosen methods.
been applied
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ASSIGNMENT BRIEF

BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC) – MUSIC (Technology)

Assignment title/reference: T2.1 Studio Sessions (1)
Unit: 35 Music Studio Production
Assessor: Matt Power I.V: Andrew Pettitt
Date issued:
Formative assessment: Submission date: 26/03/18

The This project is designed to develop the practical skills required to provide the sound engineering
project services appropriate to the running of live events. You will acquire the competencies to set up
brief basic sound systems, run sound-checks, run concerts, communicate with clients and understand
elements of theory relevant to these tasks. On completion, you will be able to safely operate
sound systems in small to medium-size venues, working with a range of programme material.
Scenario You will be in charge of operating the live sound for the HNC function band on a number of
performances, both in house and at other small to medium-sized venues. The role will involve
working closely with the band and understanding personal and technical requirements.

TASKS EVIDENCE
Task 1 The Sound Experiments: Written
1.1, Get to know the studio and present an illustration that matches signal sources with guidebook
1.2, potential destinations, understanding and evaluating the importance of gain staging, with audio
1.3, and suggest correct patching and routing techniques. Demonstrate how an and
2.1, 2.2 illustrations
understanding of sound theory is important for the correct placement of microphones.
Task 2 The Recording Process: Video, audio
3.1, You must demonstrate your knowledge of microphones, what they do and what context and
3.2, 3.3 you should use each. When recording use a number of placement techniques, and photographic
document the success you have. Carry out interfacing of various sources in the studio evidence.
Observation.
and illustrate this.
Written blog.
Task 3 The Mixing Process: Video
4.1, You must present a professional sounding mix that adheres to industry standards. evidence,
4.2, Therefore you must be able to show that you can edit and EQ material effectively. Observation.
4.3, Create appropriate depth and width at the mixing stage of a recording and use dynamic
4.4, 4.5
processors at the mixing stage of a recording.

Qualification: BTEC HNC in MUSIC 2017/18

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ASSIGNMENT SUMMARY AND FEEDBACK

BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC) – MUSIC

Assignment title/reference:
Unit:
Assessor: I.V:
Learner: Date Submitted:

Criteria The evidence shows you are able to: Achieved (tick)
1.1 Match signal sources and destinations within the recording studio
environment.
1.2 Define appropriate gain staging.
1.3 Select correct routing and patching techniques within the modern recording
studio.
2.1 Justify microphone placement relating to sound theory.
2.2 Evaluate correct gain staging in the modern studio.
3.1 Follow technical and artistic guidelines to inform appropriate microphone
choice.
3.2 Follow technical and artistic guidelines to inform appropriate microphone
placement.
3.3 Carry out interfacing of various sources in the modern studio.
4.1 Edit material accurately.
4.2 Produce appropriate registral placement using equalisation at the mixing
stage of a recording.
4.3 Create appropriate depth and width at the mixing stage of a recording.
4.4 Use dynamic processors at the mixing stage of a recording.
4.5 Present a mastered recording adhering to industry standards.

Merit Distinction

Grade Descriptor Achieved (tick) Grade Descriptor Achieved (tick)

M1 D1
Identify and apply Use critical reflection to
strategies to find evaluate own work and
appropriate solutions justify valid conclusions
M2 D2
Select / design and apply Take responsibility for
appropriate methods and managing and organizing
techniques activities
M3 D3
Present and Demonstrate convergent
communicate appropriate / lateral / creative thinking
findings

Qualification: BTEC HNC in MUSIC 2017/18

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Formative Feedback: Assessor to Student

Action Plan

Summative feedback

Feedback: Student to Assessor

Assessor Signature Date

Student Signature Date

Qualification: BTEC HNC in MUSIC 2017/18