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Course description

This course provides a practical introduction into emerging music technologies and their use by musicians and music educators, across a range of contexts, including the classroom and studio. The focus of this course is the examination of emerging approaches to the use of music technology and the completion of creative music technology projects related to the audio production, sound creation and performance. Students will learn how to compose and perform using mobile apps and tablets by participating in regular rehearsals with the UQ Touch Ensemble, the School of Music's dedicated iPad and laptop ensemble. Students will develop skills negotiating new apps and technologies and practice essential music leadership skills by devising and leading rehearsals of their music with the Touch Ensemble. Students will also learn how to record, mix and produce audio and MIDI through a series of practical and creative production tasks. By the end of the course students will have developed a range of creative and technical skills for creating and performing music which is applicable across professional and classroom contexts. Please note that this course offering may be cancelled if fewer than 10 students enrol.

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