MISKIN MUSIC - ASSIGNMENT BRIEF 2017/18

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

Assignment title/reference: T2.1 Studio Techniques (linked to unit 3)
Unit: 34 Music Production Analysis
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 allow you to explore the musical and technological factors that define
project musical styles. Listening and analysis will be applied to production practices and you will be
brief given opportunity to apply techniques to create authentic recordings. You will experiment so as
to determine your own creative and unique style.
Scenario A production house is looking for producers who can create a range of musical pieces that sound
authentic to specific styles, and who can be creative in their own right. Design a portfolio of work
that shows your understanding of this field and demonstrates your own creative skills.

Learning Outcomes

LO 1 Understand the 1.1 Evaluate the texture and timbre of recorded music through listening
musical factors that 1.2 Analyse the rhythmic elements of recorded music through listening
define musical styles 1.3 Categorise historical musical styles through recording and performance
and genres signifiers
LO 2 Understand the 2.1 Identify the recording systems that capture music performance
technological factors 2.2 Identify performance technology through aural analysis
that define musical 2.3 Discuss how computer technologies have influenced musical styles and
styles and genres genres
LO 3 Understand studio 3.1 Analyse landmark recordings through listening
production practices 3.2 Review the studio technology involved in landmark recordings
through listening and 3.3 Review the studio techniques involved in landmark recordings
analysis
LO 4 Be able to apply studio 4.1 Create recordings based on analysis of landmark productions
production techniques 4.2 Record music by applying techniques formulated through analysis
to creative recording 4.3 Experiment creatively with studio techniques in music recording

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 HND in MUSIC 2017/18

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This assignment gives you the opportunity to

achieve the following MERIT grades:

Grade Descriptor Indicative Contextualisation

M1
Identify and apply
strategies to find
appropriate solutions
M2
Select / design and apply
appropriate methods and
techniques
M3
Present and communicate
appropriate findings
Characteristic/s
Effective judgements Demonstrate appropriate planning before
have been made. undertaking tasks required, using sound judgement
and rationale.
The selection of methods Justify your approach to research, and determine
has been justified accurate and credible sources of information from
less credible sources.
Communication has taken Use media in an appropriate fashion so as to
place in familiar and communicate your findings.
unfamiliar contexts.

This assignment gives you the opportunity to

achieve the following DISTINCTION grades:

Grade Descriptor Indicative Characteristic/s Contextualisation

D1 Self-criticism of approach Hone your skills by trial and error and analyse
Use critical reflection has taken place and realistic where you are more or less successful in the studio.
to evaluate own work improvements have been
and justify valid proposed against defined
conclusions characteristics for success.
D2 Autonomy/independence has Be well organised and focused. Have a plan and
Take responsibility for been demonstrated and the reflect upon this so as to monitor progression.
managing and importance of
organising activities interdependence has been
recognized and achieved.
D3 Problems have been solved Be creative using logical and lateral thinking when
Demonstrate and/or innovation and necessary.
convergent / lateral / creative thought have been
creative thinking applied

Qualification: BTEC HND in MUSIC 2017/18

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ASSIGNMENT BRIEF

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

Assignment title/reference: T2.1 Studio Sessions
Unit: 34 Music Production Analysis
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 allow you to explore the musical and technological factors that define
project musical styles. Listening and analysis will be applied to production practices and you will be
brief given opportunity to apply techniques to create authentic recordings. You will experiment so as
to determine your own creative and unique style.
Scenario A production house is looking for producers who can create a range of musical pieces that sound
authentic to specific styles, and who can be creative in their own right. Design a portfolio of work
that shows your understanding of this field and demonstrates your own creative skills.

TASKS EVIDENCE
Task 1 Undertake a critical listening session and evaluate texture, rhythm and stylistic Presentation
1.1, 1.2, 1.3, elements of historical musical styles. Present your findings in an appropriate of findings.
media.
Task 2 Investigate the developments of recording technology and consider the work of Website
2.1, 2.2, 2.3, landmark producers who have mastered it. Consider their place in the history of portfolio -
3.1, 3.2, 3.3, music production and consider the current technology developments. Present your research
3.4 findings in an appropriate format.
Task 3 Produce a portfolio of work that uses techniques associated with a common style, Portfolio of
4.1, 4.2, 4.3 perhaps adopting those of the landmark producer you have researched. Justify work
the techniques used and assess what was required to create a specific sound and
style. Design your own skills set and justify your own unique techniques. Apply
these techniques in the recording and mixing process.

Qualification: BTEC HND in MUSIC 2017/18

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ASSIGNMENT SUMMARY AND FEEDBACK

BTEC Higher National Certificate (HND) – MUSIC

Assignment title/reference: T2.1
Unit:
Assessor: I.V:
Learner: Date Submitted:

Criteria The evidence shows you are able to: Achieved (tick)
1.1 Evaluate the texture and timbre of recorded music through listening

1.2 Analyse the rhythmic elements of recorded music through listening

1.3 Categorise historical musical styles through recording and performance

signifiers
2.1 Identify the recording systems that capture music performance

2.2 Identify performance technology through aural analysis

2.3 Discuss how computer technologies have influenced musical styles and
genres
3.1 Analyse landmark recordings through listening

3.2 Review the studio technology involved in landmark recordings

3.3 Review the studio techniques involved in landmark recordings
4.1 Create recordings based on analysis of landmark productions

4.2 Record music by applying techniques formulated through analysis

4.3 Experiment creatively with studio techniques in music recording

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 HND 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 HND in MUSIC 2017/18