Electronic Dance Music Technique (MUSI20208)

Intended learning outcomes

On completion of this subject, students should have:

• extensive theoretical and practical knowledge of electronic dance music production, composition and performance
• acquired relevant knowledge, skills, discipline and ethics as they relate to the practising electronic dance music producer and performer
• reached a high level of achievement in problem solving and communication in a studio music production environment
• the ability to be critical and creative thinkers, with an aptitude for continued self-directed learning
• the capacity to participate fully in collaborative learning and to confront typical music production and performance problems

Generic skills

On completing this subject students will:

• acquire the skills and knowledge required for the artistic and practical application of electronic dance music;

• learn how to identify and/or apply music production values within an existing song or piece of music;

• acquire knowledge of important electronic dance music genres, styles and approaches within the history of contemporary music;

• acquire the skills and the practical application of music technology in production and performative platforms;

• Be cognisant of the key craft and stylistic elements of electronic dance music;

• Develop a practical appreciation of the role of the music producer in the creation or adaption of electronic dance music. High-level conceptual and applied skills.