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Audio Recording Theory

MUSC X 441.3

Specifically tailored to independent artists, this course presents a practical and effective introduction to the theory, art, and craft of sound recording.

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Fall
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In Person
Starting at $835.00
As few as 12 weeks
4.0

What you can learn.

  • Learn the intricacies of how independent artists record and capture sound
  • Develop skills in multiple industry standard software and technologies
  • Introduce yourself to the theory, art, and craft of sound recording

About this course:

Specifically tailored to independent artists, this course presents a practical and effective introduction to the theory, art and craft of sound recording. Instruction covers the basics of audio, acoustics and electronics, as well as the theory and operation of the most commonly used signal processors, audio consoles, monitor loudspeakers and microphones and their application to the digital audio workstation production process.

Fall 2025 Schedule

Date & Time
Details
Format
 
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Tuesday 7:00PM - 10:00PM PT
Available
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Instructor: Michael Vail Blum
404706
Fee:
$835.00
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Location: UCLA
Notes

Internet access required. 

Refund Deadline
No refunds after October 05, 2025
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
(Optional) Book: MODERN RECORDING TECHNIQUES by HUBER, DAVID MILES AND RUNSTEIN, ROBERT E.
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Lecture
Tue Sep 23, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
School of Public Affairs Bldg. 1337
Lecture
Tue Sep 30, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
School of Public Affairs Bldg. 1337
Lecture
Tue Oct 7, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
School of Public Affairs Bldg. 1337
Lecture
Tue Oct 14, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
School of Public Affairs Bldg. 1337
Lecture
Tue Oct 21, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
School of Public Affairs Bldg. 1337
Lecture
Tue Oct 28, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
School of Public Affairs Bldg. 1337
Lecture
Tue Nov 4, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
School of Public Affairs Bldg. 1337
Lecture
Tue Nov 11, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
School of Public Affairs Bldg. 1337
Lecture
Tue Nov 18, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
School of Public Affairs Bldg. 1337
Lecture
Tue Nov 25, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
School of Public Affairs Bldg. 1337
Lecture
Tue Dec 2, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
School of Public Affairs Bldg. 1337
Lecture
Tue Dec 9, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
School of Public Affairs Bldg. 1337

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