Programming Beats
Course Description
Course Typically Offered
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How can I use this course to achieve my career goals?
This course is associated with the following programs:
What will I learn?
- Examine the different components of drumbeats used in popular music, including drums, cymbals, percussion, and electronic samples and loops
- Explore Drummer Tracks in Logic
- Apply the mechanics of playing real drums to writing realistic MIDI beats
- Create drum beats using different types of MIDI controllers and techniques, including real-time and programmed beats
- Compose drum patterns and fills that work well with the rest of the groove and support your song structure
- Examine common rhythms and tempos in popular music styles
- Mix drums for maximum punch and presence, using time-tested EQ, compression, and plug in effects techniques
- Employ cutting edge production techniques to song mixes
Class Details
- Class Number:
- 82770
- Delivery:
- Blended - Less than 50% Online
- Term:
- Fall 2024
- Session:
- 8W1
- Instructors:
- Christopher Kuborn
- Date Range:
- -
Class Notes
This class is taught through a combination of in-person and online instruction. Students will attend live portions of the class at the dates, times, and location specified. The remaining instruction will be accessed anywhere using internet. For more information regarding this delivery and how to access your class, see www.nwtc.edu/blendedfaq.
Meeting Times
Dates | Day(s) / Time | Location(s) |
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08/22/24 - 10/14/24 |
Anytime
Anytime |
Online
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08/22/24 - 10/10/24 |
Th
8:30 AM - 11:20 AM |
Green Bay Campus Room BT209
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