This assignment can be completed using your devices and the Garageband App
You will compose your first original song.
Any style, any genre, anything you want!
Criteria
Song MUST have the following form
Verse - 16 measures
Verse - 16 measures
Hook or Chorus - 8 measures
Verse - 16 measures
Hook or Chorus - 8 measures
BREAK - measures
Hook or Chorus - 8 measures
END.
USE Arrangement Track in GB
EXTRA CREDIT
Lyrics
Pre-Chorus
Bridge
Bridge
Add
Add
Song
You are going to create a song that contains 2 sections. Think verse and chorus!
Section 1 - 12 measures - at least 8 tracks
Section 2 - 12 measures - at least 8 tracks
Use loops, record original tracks, Nano Pads, etc.
Be Creative, Think outside your musical comfort zone!
Save file as SONG FORM 2 and your initials
Create
For this assignment you are going to take clips from TV Shows, Movies, etc to create a 3:00 minute file.
NO MUSIC! This assignment will focus on editing.
All you will need is TWO TRACKS in Garageband.
Go online and listen to the various TV, movie or historical speeches.Make a new file by taking words or phrases from the various speeches.Clips you use cannot be longer than 10-15 seconds eachFlie Length 3:00 minutes or longerExport final product as an MP3
BE CREATIVE AND HAVE FUN!
Save File as MM and your initials
In this assignment you are going to “tell” a story using sound effects and music.
Sound Effects Story Assessment - link will be active next week.
Criteria
Story - 6-8 paragraphs long
Music - at least 10 tracks 3 of the 10 must be recorded by you. No prerecorded songs.
Length: 1:00 minute to 2:00 minutes long
Step One – Finding a Story
Option 1 – You can find a story/poem online. material from English class, etc.
Option 2 – You can write your own story.
Step Two – Finding Words
Go through your story/poem and make a list of words that you will need to find sound effects for.
For example:
As the storm was howling I drove down the road as fast as I could.
The sound of the storm was like a freight train in the night.
Which words would you enhance with sound effects?
Step Three – Finding Sound Effects
1. In Garageband find the FX sounds.
2. Soundbible.com
Step Four – “Telling the Story”
Using the sound effects you found for your story/poem “Tell” your story. Sound effects must be placed in Garageband in the order found in your story. Leave space in between each sound effect to enhance the telling of the story.
Step Five – Music
Using the loops in Garageband create music that will enhance your story.
What kind of music would you create for a horror story? SCI FI?, etc The music is to enhance the story and not overpower.
Save as: GB11 (Your initials)
How to Keep It Interesting!
Elements of Music
Melody - Harmony - Rhythm
Change Automation
Volume & Pan
Play with Audio Effects
Time Based and Gain Based
Change feel or style
Hip-Hop to Rock
Country to Jazz
Rock to ???
Be Creative
Think outside your musical comfort zone!
In this assignment you will be creating a 2:30 (2 minute and 30 seconds) song. It is called "Your Choice" because if you want to make a Rap Song, Hip Hop, Rock, Country, Jazz, etc - Its Your Choice! Want to switch from one genre to another during the 2:30 its Your Choice!
Be creative and have fun!
You will have until end of class Monday October 1 to complete this assignment.
Criteria
At least 15 music tracks - 5 of the 15 must be originally recorded by you using Software Tracks and Keyboard/Device.
You must show volume and pan changes.
Sound Effects do NOT count towards the 15 music tracks. These are in addition to and you are welcome to use as you see fit.
Listen to the past projects on the MP3 player
Helpful Hints
Keep it interesting! Change something every 8 beats
Use A-B-A Form
Edit loops to create your own!
Hand your headphones to the person next to you and listen.
Feel free to experiment! Try something outside your musical comfort zone!
Use the composition techniques from
Save File as: YOUR CHOICE and your initials.
Insert one of your favorite songs into Garageband as an mp3
Edit your song to create loops of the verse, chorus, etc of your song
Rearrange your song by taking the loops of your verse, chorus, etc to create a new arrangement of your song
Do you like it? If not, arrange it again.
Save file as SONG FORM and your initials
Create
The term musical form (or musical architecture) refers to the overall structure or plan of a piece of music; it describes the layout of a composition as divided into sections.
You are going to create a mixtape based on a theme of your choice.
Step 1 - Select a theme
Examples of themes:
Social Issues (Race, Gender)
Women Rappers
Evolution of Hip-Hop
Music of a certain time period.
You have to select a theme for your this assignment.
Step 2 - Select 10 songs
The 10 (or more) songs that you select must be associated with the theme you have selected.
Step 1 - Select a theme
Examples of themes:
Social Issues (Race, Gender)
Women Rappers
Evolution of Hip-Hop
Music of a certain time period.
You have to select a theme for your this assignment.
Step 2 - Select 10 songs
The 10 (or more) songs that you select must be associated with the theme you have selected.
Step 3 Write Liner Notes
You are going to write 2-3 pages of Liner Notes.
The Liner Notes must include how every song you selected is associated with your theme. EX Lyrics, Overall message of song, musicians, pubishers, etc.
You must write at least 2-3 paragraphs for each song.
Use Google Docs throughout the week to write your Liner Notes.
You are going to write 2-3 pages of Liner Notes.
The Liner Notes must include how every song you selected is associated with your theme. EX Lyrics, Overall message of song, musicians, pubishers, etc.
You must write at least 2-3 paragraphs for each song.
Use Google Docs throughout the week to write your Liner Notes.
You will have one week to complete this assignment.
A Google Form will be on the website on Friday for you to submit your songs (Youtube links) and submit your written out liner notes (Google Docs)
A Google Form will be on the website on Friday for you to submit your songs (Youtube links) and submit your written out liner notes (Google Docs)
What is a Mixtape? - A mixtape is a complation of favorite song recorded onto a cassette tape. Mixtapes became popular in the 1980's.
Stems is a new format for music. Stems redefines creative live performance. A Stem file is an open, multi-channel audio file that contains a track split into four musical elements –bass, drums, vocals, and melody for example.
What is a Stem?
In this assignment you are going to create your own Podcast/Radio Show!
The Topic can be anything you wish! Sports, Music, Books, Music, Cars, BikesFashion Show, School Clubs/Sports etc.
You can work with ONE other person for this assignment.
Length 2:00-3:00 minutes in length - Longer is accepted
You must come up with the script, structure, etc
You must record your script
Must have introduction with music
Must have ending with music
Recording your script in class using Garageband & USB Microphones OR use your device's audio recorder or recording APP
Grading will be based on:
RECORDING QUALITY
CONTENT
STRUCTURE
Here is an example of a vocal stem.
Remixing w/Stems Assignment
Create a 2:30-3:00 (or longer) remix using the files in the network folder
Folder is "STEMS" in your class period folder
You MUST use the vocal stem, all other are optional
Use Loops, record on the keyboard and/or use other STEMS in the folder.
Change the Elements of Music
Melody
Harmony
Rhythm
Be Creative & Have Fun!
Daft Punk- Remix
How to make your remix?
Change the Elements of Music
Melody
Harmony
Rhythm
Other Suggestions
Change Genres
Take Elements Away
Work Around the Key Element - What defines the song?Contrast in Energy? Original is fast - then slow it down!
Change the Elements of Music
Melody
Harmony
Rhythm
Other Suggestions
Change Genres
Take Elements Away
Work Around the Key Element - What defines the song?
Contrast in Energy?
Original is fast - then slow it down!
A remix is a piece of media which has been altered from its original state by adding, removing, and/or changing pieces of the item
Rexming helps you think creatively.You take the orignal song and make it your own.
What is a Remix?
What makes a remix good?
Well, this is subjective because everyone has different tastes in music.
You can use your device to complete this assignment
Create a 20 second Ringtone in Garageband
Must have a Drum Track - Originally recorded
Use Arpeggiator.....Trust me you will love it
Unlimited tracks
Must show volume and pan automation
Must Quantize
Torrington High School Ringtone Contest
Use the Nokia Ringtone melody to create your own ringtone.
Students will vote on the best ringtones.
Winners will be posted on our website for everyone to download
Ringtone Assignment Due - Thursday Sept 20
Helpful Hints
Practice, Practice, Practice before recording
Use metronome - click track
Record Slow.........then playback Fast!
Take your time! Don't get frustrated
Use
Click headphones to listen to Nokia Ringtone Remixes.
If you need this website translated
Garageband Checklist
After today you should be able to do the following in Garageband:
Software Tracks
Add and delete tracks
Select a MIDI Patch (Instrument) for a track
Record on a Software Track
Quantize
Cut, Copy & Paste
Split and Re Join
Volume and Pan Envelope Changes
Create an 8 measure Drum Beat
Must have Bass Drum, Snare Drum & Cymbals
Record each sound on own track
Additional Percussion welcome
Must Quantize Must show volume and pan changes
Must show use of reverb
Music Technology I Assignments
In Music Technology I you will be required to work independently and have time management skills with each project.
Topics include but not limited to:
Basics of a Sound System, Audio Effects, Garageband - Desktop and iOS, MIDI Sequencing, Audio Sequencing
Composing, Arranging , Podcasting, Remixing, Film Scoring & Live Performance using Technology (if time allows)
Export assignments as MP3
1. Go to Share
2. Select Export song to disk
3 Name file, select desktop and MP3
4. Click on Export
5. MP3 file will appear on desktop
1.
In Google How do I ?
Access the Music Technology Google Drive
1. Log in Google.com
2. Click on Grid in upper right hand corner
3. Click on Drive icon
4. Click Shared with me.
5. Select your Music Tech Period
Access Google Drive on my device
1. Go your device's app store
2. Download Google Drive App
3. Log into App.
4. Access your Music Tech Period.
ALL your files can be accessed on your device
Export movie as MP4
1. Go to file
2. Click Movie
3. Click Export Audio to Movie
4. Save
In Garageband how do I?
All completed assignments must be uploaded into the Google Drive.
You will receive a "0" for assignments not uploaded into the Google Drive.
Are you using the Garageband App?
Week One
Introduction to Music Technology I
In this class you will cover the following topics but not limited to:
Basics of a Sound System
Audio Effects
Garageband - Desktop and iOS
MIDI Sequencing
Audio Sequencing
Composing
Arranging
Podcasting
Remixing
Film Scoring
What you will need for this class.
You will need to provide your own headphones.
Google Accounts (Gmail)
Network Folder Access - smb://torrfs01
Devices (Optional)
Google Drive downloaded on device (Optional)
Recording Apps on your device (Optional)
Music Technology is a project based class that will require independent work and time management skills.
Nothing in this class is hard!
It is just different from what you have done before.
What factors go into your tastes in music?
Do you think your tastes in music can change?
Musical Layers - Can you hear them?
2:30-3:00 in length
Must have lyrics
You decide the form of the song
Must be more than just Beats & lyrics.
Lyrics must be clean and school appropriate.
Graded on clarity of lyrics
Mix - everything heard clearly
EQ
Audio Effects
Creativity
Click here to use the Chord Tree as a starting point for your song.
GR
You have been asked to create the THS Grammy Awards.
You select the genre of music. In the genre (Rap, Rock, Country, etc) that you select you are to award the following:
Song of the Year
Artist of the Year
Lifetime Achievement Award
You will need to justify each award winner.
Not just "Because I like it"
Using Google Slides
10 Slides per Award
Include background
Sales Figures
Youtube Videos
Pictures of Artist
Why you selected: Song, Artist
Be as informative as possible.
Grading:
Overall Presentation
Creavitiy
How informative
Step One
Watch the video numerous times
Every visual action in the video must have a sound effect.
Watch the video numerous times
Every visual action in the video must have a sound effect.
Step Two
Find the sound effects needed for your video. Garageband, Soundbible.com
Step Three
Add music using loops, record on keyboard
At least 5 tracks of music
Must show volume and pan changes
Must include at least one audio effect.
OR
OR
In this assignment you will create a 3:00 remix using STEMS & Loops
You can use ANY audio stems you can find online or in the network folder.
You can use ANY loops you find in Garageband
Must show volume changes
Must show pan changes
Must include one audio effect
YOU will create the form for you song by using the Arrangment Track.
You
you
Step One
Watch the video numerous times
Every visual action in the video must have a sound effect.
Watch the video numerous times
Every visual action in the video must have a sound effect.
Step Two
Find the sound effects needed for your video. Garageband, Soundbible.com
Step Three
Add music using loops, record on keyboard
At least 10 tracks of music
Sound Effects do NOT count towards the music track count
Must show volume and pan changes
Must include at least one audio effect.