Creative Audio (DM04 Spring)

Expand your sonic horizons with this 12-week experimental audio art course. Ideal for new or existing creatives looking to manipulate sound and create atmospheric audio!

What will you learn on this course?

Taught by an experienced multidisciplinary artist, you will be guided through tutor-led demos and set tasks which will introduce particular tips and techniques. The course will cover:

• How to use analogue synthesisers
• Sampling and beat chopping techniques
• Sound synthesis and sound modulation
• Techniques for high quality field recordings
• How to correctly use Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs)
• Soundscaping and Surround Sound

You will work with a range of digital and analogue hardware and software to create new sound work. Exercises using easily available tools will feature. Techniques learned on the course can be used creatively in art installation, film, radio or performance, as well as applied to music making and beat making.

This is a practical course taught through demonstrations and guidance from the tutor along with hands on experience. This is not a music production course, but a more experimental and ambient focussed programme designed to expand your creative horizons and open up new possibilities with audio creation.

On completion of this course, you can expect to have developed an understanding of varied creative audio making processes and produced your own sound art work.

Who is this course for?

The course is aimed at beginners and improvers aged 18+ years. It is open to beginners with no previous experience as full instruction and guidance is given, and to improvers who are looking to refine their skills.

At the heart of MAC is a focus on accessibility and inclusion. Please contact us to discuss your specific access needs. The room is wheelchair accessible. A personal assistant or companion must book a complimentary ticket if attending to provide support.

Do you need to bring anything?

Please bring a 32GB memory stick or hard drive to save your work.

Are there any additional costs?

There are no additional costs.

Who teaches this course?

Leon Trimble