Cubase courses London: City Lit

Fast-track music production with Cubase

A fast-track introduction to this hugely popular package. Get a feel for recording, importing and editing audio; composing and editing with VST instruments; and finish by mixing your work down onto a CD.

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Key course information

Dates
07/12/11 - 08/12/11

Day(s)
Wed+Thu

Duration
1 week

Time
10:00 - 18:00

Fees
Full fee: £110
Senior fee: £65
Concession: £34

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
MK541

Availability
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Course outline

What is the course about?

Get a feel for recording, import and edit audio and MIDI composing and edit with VST instruments. Finish off by adding effects and mixing down your work, exporting a stereo audio file to burn to CD or as an mp3.

What topics will we cover?

- Setting up Cubase and navigating Cubase's windows
- Recording, importing and editing audio
- MIDI recording and sequencing using 'VST' instruments
- Using tools and editors
- Key commands and shortcuts
- Using 'plug-ins' and effects
- Mixing down and exporting - creating a final mix to burn to CD and/or making an mp3.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

- Set up Cubase and navigate Cubase's windows
- Record, import and edit audio
- Record and sequence MIDI using 'VST' instruments
- Use tools and editors to create multi-track arrangements
- Use key commands and shortcuts to speed up workflow
- Use 'plug-ins' and effects
- Mix down and export - creating a final mix to burn to CD and/or make an mp3.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

This course is ideal for beginners. It is aimed at anyone who wishes to learn how to put this exciting technology to creative use. No prior experience of music sequencing necessary, however some familiarity with computers would be beneficial. You will need to follow written and verbal instructions in English, engage in class discussions and take notes in English.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

Classes will generally begin with a demonstration and discussion followed by practical work. You will work on one of 10 Mac based workstations to practice set themes, techniques and skills, applying these to your developing ideas and material and you will regularly present your work in progress to the group. You will receive regular support, encouragement and feedback from your tutor throughout the course.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

CDrs can be bought for saving your work (£0.50) or students may bring in USB flash drives to back up their work for use elsewhere. Students should always bring a note pad and pen.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made. You will save each session's work as new files, providing a record of your progress. You may request written feedback from the tutor at the end of the course.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

There is a follow-on course, Mixing and advanced production techniques, which focuses on generic production processes with examples in both Logic and Cubase although you may want to take our full length 'Making and recording music with Cubase' course first.
With the growing popularity of music software, further progression in this area tends towards learning and integrating additional programs and approaches.
We offer a variety of courses in traditional sequencing packages, eg., Cubase, Logic and Pro Tools.
All-in-one software studio approaches are covered in our Reason and Ableton Live courses whilst musicianship and composition, notation and manuscript production are covered in our Sibelius courses.
Experimental approaches are explored in our Max/MSP courses.
Following on from our introductory Logic and Cubase courses we offer 'Mixing and advanced production techniques' and our 2-day 'Mixing and mastering masterclass'.
We also offer a range of fast-track introductory courses to most of our programs.
The music department additionally offers a wide range of instrumental and musicianship courses.
For further advice call the music office on 020 7492 2630 or email music@citylit.ac.uk.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2630

music@citylit.ac.uk

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