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Music Industry (MUIN)
- http://www.usc.edu/schools/music/programs/industry/
- D class assignments available in TMC200; phone (213) 740-4721.
- Music courses change to "D" on the second week of classes and require departmental approval. Students accepted into a graduate program must take entrance examinations prior to their first registration. Any deficiencies revealed must be removed prior to completion of two semesters of course work. Transferring undergraduate students registering for the first time who have previous course work must take the appropriate examination for placement. Contact the Thornton School Office of Student Affairs for information. INDIVIDUAL INSTRUCTION - 1 unit has a $350 fee, and includes 7.5 hours of total instruction. 2 units has a $700 fee, and includes 15 hours of total instruction. Contact school for course level guide.
A survey of the music business with emphasis on distribution of recorded music, music publishing, performance rights societies, record companies, agents, personal managers and contracts. Open to music majors (B.M. and B.S. degrees) only.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Music, Jazz Studies, Music Industry, Music Recording, Composition, Composition (Film Scoring), Electroacoustic Media, Jazz Studies (Vocal), Music Education, Bassoon, Clarinet, Classical Guitar, Double Bass, Flute, French Horn, Harp, Harpsichord, Oboe, Organ, Percussion, Piano, Saxophone, Studio Guitar, Trombone, Trumpet, Tuba, Viola, Violin, Violoncello, Vocal Arts
| 44200D | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-1:50pm | Tue, Thu | 17 of 35 | Paul Young | TMCG156 | |   |
Principles, techniques, and aesthetic possibilities of the recording studio chain and its application to various media. Open to recording arts and music industry majors only.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Music Industry, Music Recording
| 44205D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 10:00-11:50am | Mon, Wed | 10 of 18 | Richard Mc Ilvery | MUS103 | PDF (130821 KB) | |
A survey of the technology used to create, prepare, perform, and distribute music, with an emphasis on recording, MIDI, music production, mastering and Internet technologies. Not available for major credit to B.M. and B.S., Music Industry majors.
| 44222D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-3:50pm | Mon, Wed | 52 of 60 | Charles Gutierrez | UUCB2 | PDF (123303 KB) | |
A survey of the music industry communications including radio, television, film, satellite communications, records, compact disc, cassette, cable and any future forms of transmission and delivery systems.
Function of the record producer; studio procedures, music business law, union relations, artist management, copyright and publishing agreements; record company structure.
| 44230D | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-1:50pm | Wednesday | 24 of 60 | Richard Mc Ilvery | TMCG156 | | |
Recording and editing MIDI and digital audio using computer software. Modern MIDI sequencing techniques for the music, film and television industries.
Recommended preparation: MUIN 270,
MUIN 275b,
MUIN 280An introduction to the practical application of large scale sound reinforcement for concerts, sporting events, church services and convention situtations.
| 44243D | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-1:50pm | Mon, Wed | 13 of 35 | Ken Lopez | CTV136A | | |
A study of entertainment law with a focus on the music industry. Areas of study include contracts, domestic practices, international practices, copyright protection, trademarks.
| 44245D | 001 | Lecture | 5:00-6:50pm | Tue, Thu | 28 of 30 (6 on waitlist) | Mark Goldstein | MUS303 | | |
A survey of various methods used to distribute music to the public. Recording distribution, manufacturing, retail outlets, accounting, publishing and performance rights.
| 44250D | 001 | Lecture-Discussion | 7:00-8:50pm | Tue, Thu | 30 of 60 | Paul Young | UUCB2 | | |
A survey of the major elements that support the music industry. History, copyright, music contracts, radio, record companies, managers, music publishing and communication. Not for major credit to B.M. and B.S., Music Industry majors.
| 44252D | 001 | Lecture | 4:00-5:50pm | Tue, Thu | 55 of 60 | Paul Young | TMCG156 | | |
A survey of the major elements that support the music industry. History, copyright, music contracts, radio, record companies, managers, music publishing and communication. Not for major credit to B.M. and B.S., Music Industry majors.
| 44253D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-3:50pm | Tue, Thu | 34 of 60 | Paul Young | TMCG156 | | |
Digital equipment including computers, sequencers, digital signal synthesis, MIDI, and rotary and stationary digital recording.
| 44275D | 001 | Lecture | 4:00-5:50pm | Tuesday | 13 of 18 | Andrew Garver | MUS103 | | |
Principles of acoustics relating to studio construction, wall treatment, and furnishings; natural reverberation, speaker materials, passive and active crossovers and time alignment.
| 44278D | 001 | Lecture | 4:00-5:50pm | Thursday | 17 of 18 | Andrew Garver | MUS103 | | |
A survey of the presentation of the live musical experience. Both classical and popular concert presentation will be examined including venue selection, promotion and security.
| 44285D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-3:50pm | Tue, Thu | 45 of 50 | Ken Lopez | CTV136A | | |
A study of issues relating to the personal management of music artists including negotiating contracts, image, career development, agents, touring, merchandizing, fees and duties.
| 44290D | 001 | Lecture-Discussion | 7:00-8:50pm | Tue, Thu | 37 of 50 | Mark Goldstein | TMCG156 | | |
A survey of the management of non-profit and for-profit arts organization with emphasis on funding, donor development, tax status and promotion.
| 44300D | 001 | Lecture | 7:00-9:50pm | Monday | 11 of 30 | Stacy Brightman | TMCG156 | | |
An in-depth study of radio studio technical operations. Topics include consoles, microphones, transmission considerations, networks, satellites, and digital and analog production situations.
Introduction to music designed for synchronization to picture including history of music in cinema, music editing, supervision, performance rights licensing, production, and music scoring procedures.
| 44310D | 001 | Lecture | 7:00-9:50pm | Monday | 25 of 25 | Richard Mc Ilvery | MUS102B | PDF (143518 KB) | |
Techniques and applications of recording and editing sound on personal computers. Hardware, software, editing for song, sound effects and dialog for film.
Techniques and applications of recording and editing sound on personal computers. Hardware, software, editing for song, sound effects and dialog for film.
Field application of music industry theories and practices; part-time employment. Project jointly defined by student, employer and professor. Junior or Senior standing. Graded CR/NC.
- Prerequisite: 1 from (MUIN 360 or MUIN 372B)
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Junior, Senior
| 44335D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 12:00-1:50pm | Friday | 50 of 70 | Mark Goldstein | TMCG156 | | |
Application of theories, technologies, and practices of the live music industry. Focus on the business, management, marketing, promotion, and production of professional concert events.
| 44344D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 10:00-11:50am | Tue, Thu | 21 of 25 | Ken Lopez,
Michael Garcia | CTV136A | | |
Special problems of multi-channel re-mixing with simultaneous audio re-processing. Album, film, television and multimedia formats will be covered.
| 44353D | 001 | Lecture | 7:00-8:50pm | Tuesday | 15 of 18 | Andrew Garver | MUS103 | | |
A survey of the final creative steps of an audio CD. Concepts of acoustics, mastering suite design, critical listening, frequency, dynamics and sequencing.
Recommended preparation: MUIN 360 or
MUIN 372bx| 44357D | 001 | Lecture | 7:00-8:50pm | Thursday | 17 of 18 (8 on waitlist) | Andrew Garver | MUS103 | | |
Individual research and readings. Not available for graduate credit.
| 44370D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 3 of 10 | Ken Lopez | TMC118 | | |
An exploration of the effects of new technologies, laws, economic models, media (Internet, mobile, satellite), the decline of traditional broadcasting, and convergence with the music industry.
Recommended preparation: MUIN 360 or
MUIN 372bx.
Group study of one current music media issue, focusing on possible solutions with practical applications. Stress on leadership, critical thinking, and professional practices. By application only. Open to juniors and seniors only.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Junior, Senior
| 44384D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-3:50pm | Mon, Wed | 12 of 12 | Ken Lopez | MUS208 | | |
Selected topics of current interest.
| Advanced Computer Based Music Production |
| 44388D | 001 | 2.0 | Lecture | 2:00-3:50pm | Tuesday | 19 of 21 | Rick Schmunk | TMCG147 | | |
Fundamentals of audio recording. Focuses on the principles and applications of sound and hearing, recording systems and their components, and production techniques.
| 44394D | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-11:50am | Wednesday | 17 of 20 | Rick Schmunk | TMCG147 | | |
Research leading to the Master's Degree. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC.
| 44396D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 0 of 10 | Rick Schmunk | TMC118 | | |
Research leading to the doctorate. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determinedd by the department. Graded CR/NC.
| 44399D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 0 of 5 | Rick Schmunk | TMC118 | | |
