Berklee Online Degree and Course Catalog 2015

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Berklee online Catalog

Fraser T. Smith, Grammy Award-winning producer

for Adele and Sam Smith, and Berklee Online

student since 2006

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A Welcome from our dean

Be a part of Our rich History

choose your path

How it works

online Degree programs

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Welcome to Berklee Online, Berklee College of Music’s

online school.If you’re looking to jumpstart your career, develop your skills, and

connect with like-minded musicians, you’ve come to the right place.

Berklee Online is an online microcosm of the best of Berklee, offering

access to Berklee’s renowned faculty, acclaimed curriculum, and

unparalleled networking opportunities from anywhere in the world.

Work towards becoming an expert in your field with our fully-accredited

Bachelor of Professional Studies Degree in Music Production, Music

Business, Interdisciplinary Music Studies, Electronic Music Production & Sound Design, or Music Composition

for Film, TV, and Games. Or, dive into any one of our specialized courses or certificate programs that have been

designed for all areas and levels of music, including guitar, songwriting, music business, performance, and more.

I invite you to explore our degree program, certificates, and courses to discover the many ways you can achieve

your goals with Berklee Online.

Sincerely,

Carin Nuernberg

Dean of Continuing Education

Berklee College of Music is a non-profit, co-educational institution of higher learning incorporated under the General Laws of

the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The college is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges.

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Teaching the Best for Over 65 YearsBerklee College of Music was founded on the

revolutionary principle that the best way to prepare

students for careers in music is through the study and

practice of contemporary music. For more than half a

century, the college has evolved to reflect the state

of the art of music and the music business, leading

the way with the world’s first baccalaureate studies

in jazz, rock, electric guitar, film scoring, songwriting,

turntables, electronic production, and more than a

dozen other genres and fields of study. With a diverse

and talented student body representing 96 countries

and alumni who have collectively won more than

250 Grammys and Latin Grammys, Berklee is the

world’s premier learning lab for the music of today—

and tomorrow.

The Best of Berklee—OnlineBerklee Online is the award-winning online school

of Berklee College of Music, delivering access to

Berklee’s acclaimed curriculum from anywhere in

the world. Berklee Online’s Bachelor of Professional

Studies degree program, multi-course certificates,

and online courses are fully accredited and taught

by the college’s world-renowned faculty, providing

lifelong learning and networking opportunities

to people interested in music and working in the

music industry. Whether you’re a seasoned music

industry professional or just getting your career

started, Berklee’s curriculum and teaching methods

will give you the skills needed to succeed in this

ever-evolving business.

be a part of our rich history

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CoursesBest for students who are looking to

meet a specific need, or simply want to get started with Berklee Online.

$ Starting at

4,200

choose from

Immediate Enrollment

Tuition

Time

CertificatesBest for students who want to gain a deeper proficiency in a chosen area.

Over 50 programs Over 130 Courses

$ Starting at

1,449

weeeksMonths3-18 12

60%Less thancampus tuition

Degree ProgramBest for students who want a

music degree and the full Berklee experience.

Best for students who want a music degree and the full

Berklee experience.

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Admission Process

Choose Your Path

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how it worksRenowned FacultyBerklee Online instructors have managed, produced, and engineered hundreds of artists

and records and have received numerous industry awards and accolades. Each week you’ll

have the opportunity to participate in a live chat with your instructor and receive 1-on-1

instruction and feedback on assignments.

Award-winning coursesInstantly access assignments, connect with your instructor, or reach out to your

classmates in our award-winning online classroom. Study from anywhere in the world at a

time that fits into your schedule.

Like-minded classmatesOffering courses for beginners and accomplished musicians alike, our student body comes

from over 140 countries and includes high school students getting a jump-start on college,

working professionals, executives at industry-leading technology and business firms, and

members of internationally known acts like Nine Inch Nails and the Dave Matthews Band.

experienced Support Every online student is assigned a Berklee-trained Academic Advisor. Each Advisor is

passionate and knowledgeable about music, and here to support you throughout your

online learning experience.

Try a sample lesson for free: online.berklee.edu/sample-a-course

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Online Degree program

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Music Production

Music Business

Interdisciplinary Music Studies(Create Your Own Major)

Electronic Music Production& Sound Design

Music Composition for Film, TV & Games

ways to start your degree

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OverviewGain an extensive background in the world’s

most popular software programs and learn the

best practices for creating and producing

recorded music in any style. Students

will learn the most current techniques for

successfully completing recording projects

that are typical of those found in contemporary

professional recording and production environments.

Through hands-on instruction from Berklee College

of Music’s award-winning production faculty and

industry professionals, as well as collaboration with

other musicians and producers from around the world,

students who successfully complete this degree will

be able to hit the ground running in any professional

music production environment.

graduates of this program will:• Learn to analyze, evaluate, and define quality

using both musical and technical criteria and to

apply those criteria to their own work and to that

of others.

• Synthesize acquired knowledge into an

intellectual frame of reference to be applied to all

aspects of music production.

• Create a portfolio of professional-sounding

recorded productions.

• Comprehend the principles and practices of music

production that will transcend technological

advances and emerging styles.

Bachelor of Professional Studies in Music Production

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“ All the courses I took were great. The ability to fit the coursework in around my work was absolutely critical. Studying online gave me the ability to refresh myself constantly so that I retained the information, instead of understanding it one moment and then having it

leave me later.”

- Larry Oppenheimer (aka Larry the O), Veteran Sound Designer and

First Berklee Online Degree Graduate

Curriculum (120 Credits)

10 required Courses (30 credits)

• Music Production Analysis

• Critical Listening 1

• Audio Basics for Recording

• Pro Tools 101 or

Pro Tools 110

• Pro Tools 110 or Mixing & Mastering with Pro Tools

• Microphone Techniques

• Vocal Production

• Art of Mixing

• Creative Music Production Skills

• Capstone Course/Directed Study

Six Specialization Courses in Your Area of Interest (18 Credits)

Six courses in a given student’s area of interest

and professional development: music business,

songwriting, arranging, orchestration, etc.

In addition to:

• 5 Specified Elective Courses (15 Credits)

• 5 Core Music Studies Courses (15 Credits)

• 14 General Education Courses (42 Credits)

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OverviewIn this forward-leaning major, Music Business

students will gain a solid foundation and develop a

plan for success in the key verticals that all music

industry entrepreneurs and prospective employees

have to focus on: publishing, licensing, management,

touring, marketing, entrepreneurship, and law. The

program will also detail the most pressing issues facing

the music industry today, from alternative approaches

to copyright, the rise of mobile music consumption,

the shift towards streaming music, crowdfunding

and alternative approaches to generating revenue,

and much more. It will properly prepare students

for the opportunities that are available in the new

music business.

graduates of this program will:• Learn to analyze, evaluate, and define

opportunities in the music business using both

quantitative and qualitative data, and apply those

criteria to professional pursuits.


intellectual frame of reference to be applied to

all aspects of the music business.

• Create an entrepreneurial business plan.

• Comprehend the principles and practices of the

music business that will transcend technological

advances and emerging trends.

Bachelor of Professional Studies in

Music Business

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“ A music business degree puts you in the position to be a leader in the music industry. You’re going to study with other students who have experience in the business as well as instructors that are skilled at incorporating music with the business principles you need to know in order to be successful.”

- John kellogg, Assistant Chair, music business & management

and online course instructor

Curriculum (120 Credits) 10 required Courses (30 credits)

• Music Business 101

• Music Marketing 101

• Music Business Trends and Strategies

• Concert Touring

• Music Licensing

• Legal Aspects of the Music Industry

• Music Industry Entrepreneurship

• Music Business Leadership and Ethics

• Music Business Finance

• Capstone Course/Directed Study


Six courses in a given student’s area of interest

and professional development: music business,

songwriting, arranging, orchestration, etc.

In addition to:




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OverviewThe music industry is undergoing enormous change,

and as a result, musicians increasingly need knowledge

of, and skills in, a number of different areas in order

to succeed in their career. The Interdisciplinary Music

Studies major provides students with considerable

flexibility in choosing coursework across a number of

disciplines to align with your personal career goals.

With the help of an academic advisor, you will create

a personalized education plan, which includes three

courses of your choosing in both music business

and technology (two critical areas driving change

in the music industry), in addition to a series of core

music and liberal arts courses. You will then choose

additional courses in music production, composition,

arranging, songwriting, performance, or other areas

to strengthen your skill set specific to the career

you are seeking. The program culminates with a

capstone experience in which you will complete an

in-depth project that demonstrates your readiness

for professional work or advancement in the

music industry.

Bachelor of Professional Studies in Interdisciplinary Music Studies (Create Your Own Major)

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Curriculum (120 Credits) 21 Required and Specified Elective Courses (63 Credits)

• 3 Music Business courses with at least one

course at the three-hundred level or above

• 3 Music Production courses

• 14 additional courses in Music Business, Music

Production, Composition, Guitar, Bass, Piano,

Voice, Drums, Arranging, or Songwriting that

align with your individual education plan. At least

7 of those courses must be at the three-hundred

level or above.

• Interdisciplinary Music Studies Capstone

In addition to:



graduates of this program will:• Analyze the structure of the music industry and

opportunities for creating new business models

amidst change.

• Evaluate new music technologies as they relate

to the principles and practices of creating,

distributing, and promoting music.


intellectual frame of reference in your chosen

area of concentration.

• Evaluate quality using both musical and technical

criteria, and apply those criteria to your own work

and to that of others.

• Lead a creative project from conception to

execution demonstrating mastery in your chosen

area of concentration.

• Develop a career advancement plan that

articulates clear steps for securing and maintaining

professional work in the music industry.

“ I think the most valuable aspect of an online bachelor’s degree from Berklee is the experience itself. You have this incredible opportunity to access faculty who are passionate about your education and the development of contemporary music, and who continue to make strong influences on the industry.”

- J.R. MINA, Berklee online music business and

music production dual major

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OverviewLearn current music production, sound design,

and synthesis technologies to create professional

electronic music compositions. This program

teaches students to apply core studio technologies

and techniques, including recording, editing, and

mixing, to electronic music and sound design

projects. You will develop a deep understanding

of electronic instruments, mastering a variety of

synthesizer programming paradigms including

subtractive, additive, FM, sampling, and granular. By

the end of the program, you will have a portfolio of

professional-quality sound designs and electronic

music compositions to prepare you for a career as an

artist, producer, remixer, or sound designer in fields

such as electronic music production, post production,

and video game sound.

Bachelor of Professional Studies in Electronic Music Production & Sound Design

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• Composing and Producing Electronic Music 2

• Creative Digital Signal Processing for Music and

Visuals

• Electronic Music Production and Sound Design

Capstone


Complete any six courses (except Liberal

Arts courses coded with OLART, OLSOC, or

OLMSC) in your area of interest and professional

development, e.g. music business, songwriting,

arranging, orchestration, etc.

In addition to:




graduates of this program will:• Compose professional quality electronic music in

a variety of current genres.

• Analyze, identify, and creatively manipulate the

properties of sound from a variety of sources,

creating new and unique sound design assets.

• Develop a unique voice as a composer and

producer using a palette of original synthesized

and processed sounds.

• Create effective sound designs for visual

productions and multimedia applications.

• Create remixes of existing source material in a

variety of genres.

• Develop a portfolio of professional-quality sound

designs and electronic music compositions.


• Desktop Music Production for Mac

• Producing Music with Logic

• Producing Music with Ableton Live

• Sound Design for the Electronic Musician

• Sampling and Audio Production

• Mixing and Mastering with Logic


“ With Berklee online, i knew i could finally complete my degree from wherever I was — Nashville, new york city, visiting my family in florida, or on a highway on the way to a gig.”

- Kim Logan, Music Business Major and

Online Degree Completion Student

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OverviewGain the knowledge and practical skills to compose,

arrange, and orchestrate effective dramatic music

for visual media, including film, television, and

interactive media. The program begins with a set of

core music and technology courses to provide both

the conceptual foundation in music theory and the

technical foundation in a digital audio workstation to

record, sequence, and mix music for visuals. You will

study the works of master composers and innovators

and analyze the role of music in a dramatic medium.

You will then work through a series of composition

and orchestration courses designed to teach specific

techniques and develop your ability to write and write

often for visual media.

graduates of this program will:• Analyze the role of music in a dramatic medium,

in addition to the works of master composers and

innovators in music for visual media.

• Learn to compose, arrange, and orchestrate

effective dramatic music to create a production

or design plan for a project, including defining

scope, milestones, and staffing structure.

• Learn to record, mix scores and music stems, and

mock up realistic-sounding orchestral demos in a

digital audio workstation.

• Create a portfolio of music compositions for film,

TV, and games in various styles.

Bachelor of Professional Studies in Music Composition for Film, TV & Games

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“ The music Composition for Film, Tv, and Games online degree takes a very complex endeavor and goes through everything necessary such as music theory, orchestration, music production, music business, and industry networking, and prepares students to be able to do it in the real world.”

- Ben newhouse, Music Composition for Film, TV, and Games

Online Course instructor

• Develop a career advancement plan to attain

freelance work or a staff position as a composer,

orchestrator, or technical production worker in the

film, television, and interactive media industries.


• Film Scoring 101

• Notation and Score Preparation

• Composition 1

• Orchestration 1

• Composition 2

• Music Composition for Film and TV 1


• Interactive Scoring for Games

• World Music Composition Styles

• Music Composition for Film, TV, and

Games Capstone

In addition to:


• 12 Core Music & Technology Courses (36 Credits)


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Apply AT: online.berklee.edu/music-degrees

ways to start your degree

Degree CompletionIf you left Berklee College of Music prior to completing

your bachelor’s degree, you now have an opportunity

to complete your degree with Berklee Online. Many

students who cannot return to campus are eligible to

complete their degree through directed study, online

courses, or a combination of both.

online.berklee.edu/degrees/about/

degree-completion

Transfer CreditBerklee Online strives to accept as many applicable

transfer credits into our degree program as possible.

A maximum of 60 credits and/or a completed

Associate’s Degree can be accepted as transfer

credits from a regionally accredited institution.

online.berklee.edu/degrees/about/degree-transfer-

credits-planning-guide-and-faqs

Prior Learning CreditWe recognize that our students often have

considerable previous learning, work, and life

experiences in their chosen area of study. Through

prior learning credit, you can earn up to 30 credits

toward the Bachelor of Professional Studies

degree program.

online.berklee.edu/degrees/about/prior-learning-

credit

Financial AidFinancial assistance for your Berklee Online

education is available from a variety of sources,

including federal awards, outside scholarships,

and private loans. Berklee Online degree students

who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents may

apply for Federal Financial Aid through the Free

Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

online.berklee.edu/degrees/about/

degree-tuition-financial-aid

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ONLINE Certificate programs & courses

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Music Production

Guitar

Music theory, harmony & ear training

songwriting

music business

voice

piano & Keyboard

arranging

bass

orchestration

drums

Music history & liberal arts

music for film, tv & Games

improvisation

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Master Certificate

Production & Guitar

(9 courses)• Critical Listening 1

• Guitar Scales 101

• Guitar Chords 101

• Getting Your Guitar Sound

• Producing Music with Reason

• Desktop Music Production

+ 3 Elective Courses

MUSIC PRODUCTION

CertificatesMaster Certificate

Music Business & Technology (9 courses)• Music Business Trends and Strategies

• Music Publishing 101

• Online Music Marketing: Campaign Strategies, Social Media, and Digital Distribution





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Professional Certificate Music Production (5 courses)



• Recording and Producing in the Home Studio

• Art of Mixing

• Audio Mastering Techniques

Professional Certificate Pro Tools (4 courses)

• Pro Tools 101

• Pro Tools 110

• Mixing and Mastering with Pro Tools

• Advanced Mixing and Mastering with Pro Tools

Professional Certificate Electronic Music Production & Sound Design (5 courses)



• Sound Design for the Electronic Musician



Master Certificate Music Production Using Pro Tools (9 courses)

• Pro Tools 101


• Pro Tools 110



• Advanced Music Production with Pro Tools


Master Certificate Writing & Producing (9 courses)


• Songwriting: Writing Hit Songs

• Commercial Writing Techniques

• Arranging 1: Rhythm Section



+ 3 Electives Courses

Master Certificate Music Production & Technology (12 courses)



• Pro Tools 101



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Specialist Certificate Pro Tools (3 Courses)

• Producing with Pro Tools



Specialist Certificate Live Sound Production (3 Courses)


• Advanced Audio Ear Training for Mix Engineers

• Live Sound: Mixing and Recording

Specialist Certificate Electronic Music with Ableton Live (3 Courses)


• Advanced Music Production with Ableton Live


Specialist Certificate Orchestrating & Producing Music for Film & Games (3 Courses)

• Orchestration 1


• Introduction to Game Audio

Specialist Certificate Music Production using Ableton Live (3 Courses)



• Advanced Music Production with Ableton Live

Specialist Certificate Producing Music with Logic (3 Courses)


• Desktop Music Production for Mac

• Producing Music with Logic

Specialist Certificate Music Production & Audio Mastering (3 Courses)

• Recording and Producing in the Home Studio

• Audio Mastering Techniques


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Music Production AnalysisDevelop the skills to listen to music like a seasoned

music producer. Learn to identify the elements of

effective records and gain the skills to bring these

elements to your own productions.

Pro Tools 101Pro Tools 101 constitutes the first stage of Avid’s Pro

Tools certification program. Learn the foundational

skills needed to understand Pro Tools technology

and software. This course instructs you on recording,

editing, and mixing on a basic level, and will get

you on the road to becoming a Pro Tools operator

from home.

Pro Tools 110This second stage of Avid’s Pro Tools certification

program teaches a broad range of tools and Berklee

production techniques that will help you tackle

more complex Pro Tools projects and enhance your

capabilities in all aspects of Pro Tools production.

Mixing & Mastering with Pro ToolsGain a greater understanding of two key elements of

music production by learning the Berklee approach

to mixing and mastering using the Pro Tools software.

Courses

Producing Music with Ableton LiveRemix and produce in any number of contemporary

styles, including drum and bass, R&B, breakbeat/

trance and house music using Ableton’s Live audio

and MIDI sequencing software, a sequencer you can

play like an instrument.

Composing & Producing Electronic Music 1Learn the necessary tools and techniques to create

contemporary electronic music in a variety of styles,

including drum and bass, trance, glitch, dub, electro,

minimal, downtempo, house, and techno. If you are a

musician interested in adding an electronic flavor to

your production, or an electronic producer interested

in moving your pieces to the next level, this course is

for you!

Desktop Music Production for MacMaster the tools and techniques for producing great-

sounding music at home and create high quality

recordings ready for CD or MP3.

Desktop Music Production for PCMaster the tools and techniques for producing great-

sounding music at home and create high quality

recordings ready for CD or MP3.

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Producing Music with ReasonGain a firm understanding of the functionalities and

capabilities of Reason software. Explore Reason’s

rack of virtual instruments, effects, mixers, built-in

sequencer and patching system, and learn real-world

production setups and techniques used by today’s

top producers.

Producing Music with LogicStrengthen your technical understanding of Logic Pro

and heighten your overall creative abilities in music

production. Harness the power of Logic’s extensive

software instruments, and learn to record, edit, and

mix your project like a pro.

Producing Music with SONARComplete all aspects of a multi-track recording using

MIDI, audio, loops and plugin effects using Cakewalk’s

SONAR Producer Edition.

Producing Music with CubaseGain a broad skill set and a fully realized background

in music production using the state-of-the-art Cubase

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Critical Listening 1Create compelling, professional-sounding songs

by learning to identify the production elements that

contribute to a well balanced, artful, and professional-

sounding mix.

Advanced Mixing & Mastering with Pro ToolsThis advanced music production course provides

students with a deep understanding of mixing and

mastering tools and techniques that can be applied

to a wide variety of styles.

Producing with Pro ToolsWhether you are a seasoned Pro Tools user or

new to the home studio, this course will guide you

through everything you need to know to create great-

sounding home recordings using Avid’s Pro Tools

software. Learn Berklee’s renowned production

techniques from set-up to mix down, and get a chance

to talk gear, studio configurations, philosophies of

production, and even speaker placement.

Advanced Music Production with Pro ToolsLearn to play the new virtual instruments and

effects found in Pro Tools and beyond, and improve

your overall musical productions, whether for TV,

film, commercials, websites, video games, or the

productions of artists you may be working with.

Advanced Music Production with Ableton LiveBased on feedback from Ableton Live users, this

advanced course offers a forward-thinking approach

to recording, editing, mixing, and mastering using

Ableton Live.

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Sound Design for the Electronic MusicianLearn to create your own electronic sounds and

musical productions using Propellerhead’s Reason

and Native Instruments’ Absynth.

Sampling & Audio ProductionExplore the art of sampling and audio production, and

learn Berklee’s approach to recording, editing, and

programming using the software samplers provided

in Reason.

Introduction to Game AudioGain a solid foundation of sound production and

engineering skills that will prepare you to work at a

game development company or as a freelance game

audio professional.

Game Audio Production with WwiseThis course is designed for the musician who wants to

compose music, unique sounds, and creature voices

for video games. Focusing on both the creative

process of designing unique audio and the practical

challenges of putting that content into a game, Game

Audio Production with Wwise prepares students

for all major aspects of game audio production

and implementation.

Advanced Audio Ear Training for Mix EngineersExpand your production skills and take your critical

listening to the next level by learning to identify and

implement mix strategies, compression and panning

techniques, and a wide array of professional mix

approaches across multiple genres of music.

Audio Mastering TechniquesAudio mastering is the final, critical step in

the post-production process. Gain a thorough

understanding of what is involved in creating a

master recording ready for duplication, replication, or

online distribution.

Recording & Producing in the Home StudioTake your demos through the entire music production

process, and learn to apply a number of concepts and

techniques that will dramatically improve the sound of

your recordings, mixes, and masters no matter what

recording device you are using.

Hip-Hop Writing & ProductionLearn the techniques that hip-hop producers use

to create hit songs. Learn writing and production

considerations unique to hip-hop, how to analyze

and recreate different styles of hip-hop, and how to

use this foundation to produce your own songs using

Propellerhead’s Reason software.

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Orchestration 2: Writing Techniques for Full OrchestraLearn advanced orchestration strategies and

approaches to writing for full orchestra, including

both a live orchestra and sampled MIDI mockups.

Programming & Producing Drum BeatsLearn to compose and produce polished, professional-

sounding drum beats in a variety of styles.

AcousticsBecome a better recording and live sound engineer,

and improve your editing and mixing environment by

learning the ins and outs of acoustics.

Audio Post Production for Film & TVBecome a more marketable and in-demand producer

by mastering the tools and techniques necessary

to complete a full audio post production project,

including sound design, foley, dialogue, and music for

a short film.

RemixingRemix production has become a mission critical skill

for many working producers and hip-hop and EDM

(electronic dance music) artists. Business savvy

music industry entrepreneurs recognize that remixing

songs is a great way to generate income, publicity,

attract new fans, and keep their catalog relevant.

Art of MixingExplore the many creative and technical

considerations necessary to mix in today’s music

production environment. Acquire the core skill set

needed to mix multi-track master recordings to a

stereo final mix-down suitable for release.

Live Sound: Mixing & RecordingLearn to construct a dynamic, high-quality mix for

live sound. Identify proper microphone technique,

equalization, effects, and dynamics processing

to build professional-sounding instrument sounds

and vocals.

Orchestration 1Learn to write and apply traditional orchestration

techniques to both sampled performances and live

orchestral performances.

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Composing & Producing Electronic Music 2Learn to create contemporary electronic music in a

variety of styles, including techno, trip hop, glitch, and

dubstep. Gain a deep understanding of many aspects

of contemporary electronic music, including beats,

harmony, bass lines, groove, melodies, synthesis,

audio/MIDI editing, effects processing, sound design,

performance, and mixing.

Music Notation Using FinaleCreate great-looking music quickly and easily with the

powerful Finale music notation software, and learn

techniques to maximize speed, control, and accuracy.

Music Video Editing with Final Cut ProLearn all the steps and tools necessary to create a

high-quality audiovisual experience, including how to

assemble, enhance, and maximize the use of video,

audio, and graphic content.

3D Design with BlenderGet an introduction to the world of cinematic

visual effects designed for musicians who want to

add interesting visual, non-existent elements or

environments to self-made videos.

Introduction to Digital CinematographyLearn effective techniques for producing any kind of

video, including a music video or short film.

Microphone TechniquesWhether your sessions feature a single vocalist or

rapper, metal trio, or large big-band jazz ensemble,

the ability to get good sounds is essential to

producing competitive results. Learn the effective

microphone techniques that resulted in some of the

most iconic music ever committed to tape, including

Phils Spector’s “Wall of Sound,” Led Zeppelin’s “When

the Levee Breaks,” and more.

Creative Music Production SkillsGain insight into both the art and the profession of

music production. Develop the necessary skills for

producing music according to professional standards,

and learn both the technical and interpersonal

approaches to creating a successful recording.

Vocal ProductionThis course guides you through the essential

concepts and methods to master the craft of vocal

production. You will learn the technical aspects

of working with the vocal and the personal, artistic

aspects of working with a vocalist to achieve the best

performance — skills that can be applied to many

roles from engineer to producer to artist.

Audio Basics for RecordingLearn how to properly set up, operate, and manage

a recording studio or live sound reinforcement

installations of any size, integrating both analog and

digital elements and interconnects.

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Guitar

CertificatesMaster Certificate

Guitar

(8 Courses)• Guitar Scales 101


• Blues Guitar

• Jazz Guitar 101

• Classic Rock Guitar


Master Certificate Production & Guitar (9 Courses)








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Professional Certificate Jazz Guitar (5 courses)



• Jazz Guitar 101

• Guitar Chords 201: Chord Melody and Inversions

• Jazz Guitar 201: Advanced Jazz Guitar

Improvisation

Specialist Certificate Guitar Skills (3 Courses)




Specialist Certificate Improvisation (3 Courses)• Basic Ear Training 1

• Basic Improvisation

• Gary Burton: Jazz Improvisation

Master Certificate Songwriting & Guitar (9 Courses)



• Lyric Writing: Tools and Strategies

• Lyric Writing: Writing Lyrics to Music

• Songwriting: Melody

• Songwriting: Harmony


Professional Certificate Guitar (5 courses)



• Blues Guitar



Professional Certificate Rock Guitar (5 courses)




• Guitar Improvisation Techniques

• Steve Vai Guitar Techniques

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Jazz Guitar 101Study the styles of some of the most influential

jazz guitarists, and learn the basics behind the jazz

language: chord/scale usage, building melodic

tension, and improvisation techniques.

Classic Rock GuitarElevate your playing by learning the styles and

techniques of the architects of classic rock guitar:

Hendrix, Clapton, Beck, Gilmour, and Page.

Jazz Guitar 201: Advanced Jazz Guitar ImprovisationDevelop your jazz guitar performance skills by

learning advanced techniques to improvise over

chord changes, both in traditional “standards” and

complex modern harmony.

Guitar Improvisation TechniquesLearn to play a great guitar solo! Guitar Improvisation

Techniques is designed to help guitarists who

may have learned the technical aspects of playing,

but lack the theoretical application of the musical

elements that make up a strong solo that moves

the listener.

Courses

Guitar Chords 101Add more dynamics and expression to your playing

and gain a greater feel for your instrument by learning

Berklee’s approach to the construction of chords and

chord voicings.

Guitar Chords 201: Chord Melody & InversionsMaster Berklee’s approach to playing guitar chords.

Improve your style, intonation, technique, time feel,

and tone in this in-depth course. Explore open triads,

seventh chord structures, open triadic shapes, and

inversions in a variety of musical styles.

Guitar Scales 101Organize the guitar fretboard, develop your technique,

and learn to confidently navigate the instrument by

gaining a firm understanding of the pentatonic, blues,

major, melodic minor, and harmonic minor scales and

their modes.

Blues GuitarLearn the techniques and licks of classic blues stylists,

such as T-Bone Walker, Lightning Hopkins, B.B. King,

and Magic Sam. Gain a foundation in form, control,

feel, and harmony that will help to bring a blues sound

to your playing or add more depth to any other style

of music.

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Fundamentals of Classical GuitarGain a foundational, working repertoire for the

classical guitar. Develop an extensive repertoire of

techniques, including tremolo, rasgueado, harmonics,

slurs, and percussion effects.

Steve Vai Guitar TechniquesGain a deep understanding and command of the

playing styles, repertoire, techniques, and musical

concepts of guitar legend and Berklee alum Steve

Vai. Learn the secrets behind Vai’s best-known

compositions and virtuosic techniques, and learn to

improve your own solos, chord and rhythm playing,

and overall voice on the guitar.

Gary Burton: Jazz ImprovisationLearn the art of jazz improvisation from Gary Burton,

one of the most renowned improvisers in the jazz

world. Learn different types and styles of compositions

from the perspective of the improviser, and take an

in-depth look at how mental, harmonic, and melodic

processes contribute to the instinctive skills that an

improviser puts to use when taking a solo.

Basic ImprovisationLearn a step-by-step approach to improvisation that

applies to all styles and any instrument. Develop

your solos by studying the riffs and licks of legendary

players, and learn to incorporate the inflexions, feel,

and nuances of the masters into your own playing!

Acoustic Blues GuitarDevelop a foundational, working repertoire in

the acoustic blues style that includes early and

contemporary material from the Mississippi Delta,

Texas, Georgia/Carolinas, and more. Learn to

fingerpick melodies and solos over independent bass

patterns, and perform in the acoustic bottleneck slide

style in both standard and open tunings.

Funk/Rock & R&B Guitar SoloingLearn the appropriate scales, the best use of effects,

and the rhythmic and melodic timing to create an

authentic funk-based solo and sound.

Acoustic Guitar TechniquesStrengthen your rhythmic strumming, use of alternate

tunings, and fingerstyle playing, and improve your

fluency, tone, dynamics, and control.

Rhythm & Groove Guitar

Learn the rhythmic techniques and chord tools that

are the foundation of groove-based music. Expand

your chord knowledge and learn to construct original

rhythm guitar grooves that you can apply to a wide

variety of music styles.

Getting Your Guitar SoundLearn to use your ears, hands, and the tools of the

trade to play jazz, rock, blues, country and other

genres, with a high quality, authentic and persuasive

guitar tone.

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MUSIC THEORY, HARMONY & EAR TRAINING

Certificates

Master Certificate Theory, Harmony & Ear Training (8 Courses)

• Music Theory 101

• Basic Ear Training 1

• Music Theory 201: Harmony and Function

• Getting Inside Harmony 1

• Music Theory 301; Advanced Melody, Harmony, Rhythm


Specialist Certificate Theory & Harmony (3 Courses)




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Courses

Music Theory 101Pitch. Rhythm. Scales. Intervals. Chords. Harmony. If

you’re serious about music, these are fundamental

concepts you need to understand and master. Join

our community of beginning learners for engaging,

hands-on activities that will help you read, write, and

truly hear the elements of music like never before.

Music Theory 201: Harmony & Function

Become a more effective player and writer by

furthering your music theory background. Learn

complex chords, progressions, and rhythms to open

up your understanding of the elements that help put

the groove in jazz, pop, blues, and rock.

Music Theory 301: Advanced Melody, Harmony, RhythmPrepare yourself for any future musical endeavor

and gain a professional command of the mechanics

of contemporary music in this advanced music

theory course.

Basic Ear Training 1This practical approach to ear training will help you

build your confidence as a performer by teaching you

how to notate basic rhythms and better identify the

different parts of a song.

Specialist Certificate Music Theory (3 Courses)



• Music Theory 301: Advanced Melody, Harmony, Rhythm

Specialist Certificate Voice Technique & Musicianship (3 Courses)


• Voice Technique 101


Specialist Certificate Music Theory & Counterpoint (3 Courses)



• Counterpoint

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the overall structure of a composition — essential

information for singers, songwriters, composers,

guitarists, and musicians from all backgrounds.

Reharmonization TechniquesTake your musical vocabulary and skill set to a whole

new level for writing, arranging, and performing

music of any genre by learning reharmonization

and providing musical interest and variety to

standard repertoire.

Rock HistoryExplore the history of rock ‘n’ roll in detail, with

examples from the musicians who lived through

it. Learn about the musical and business trends in

rock, major technological innovations, the prime

innovators, and the historical context that has seen

rock alternately flourish and struggle over the past

60 years.

The Language of Film & TVGain a thorough understanding of film and television,

and learn to communicate effectively with directors,

producers, and others involved in the production of

these media.

Music History of the Western World 1: Medieval, RenaissancE & BaroqueThis course explores the development of Western

European music from the Antiquity and Middle Ages

through the Renaissance and Baroque periods. By

focusing on major composers, genres, technical

Getting Inside Harmony 1Use harmony creatively in your playing and writing.

Learn to hear and modify chord progressions,

improvise effectively from chord to chord, and deepen

your understanding of music’s inner workings.

Getting Inside Harmony 2Take your harmonic development to the next level by

gaining a solid footing in more advanced principles

including melodic and harmonic tension, chord

substitution, and chromatically altered chords.

Harmonic Ear Training: Recognizing Chord ProgressionsPut your harmonic theory into practice. Learn

techniques that will improve your performance,

arranging, and compositional skills by refining your

ability to really hear and recognize what is going on

within the chord progressions.

Music FoundationsThis course teaches the essential concepts in harmony

and ear training to strengthen your musicianship,

regardless of the instrument or style of music that you

play. You will learn the basics about chords, melodies,

rhythms, scales, time keeping, solfege, and how all of

these elements come together to create music.

CounterpointGain a broad overview of counterpoint and the art

of writing lines that support both the melody and

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Music Notation Using SibeliusLearn to create lead sheets, choral and instrumental

scores, drum maps and guitar notation, and explore

many other ways to use Sibelius for your own personal

and professional music needs.

Developing Your ArtistryExplore what it means to be an artist — both from a

philosophical and practical perspective. This course

will examine artistry and creativity while also teaching

you how to plan and sustain a career.

Contemporary Vocal ArrangingMaster the concepts of vocal writing and arranging

— from basic to more advanced — and learn to write

vocal charts in a number of contemporary styles,

including jazz, folk, pop, and R&B.

Creative Strategies for Composition Beyond Style

Learn how to develop upon virtually any kernel

of an idea, from a melodic fragment to a catchy

rhythm or phrase, or a nice chord. Explore a variety

of approaches to composing and how they work,

complete with examples, composer perspectives,

and more.

aspects, and historical facts, students will gain an

understanding of how early Western music gave rise

to the Classical, Romantic, and Modern eras.

Music History of the Western World 2: Classical, Romantic, & ModernJust as learning the theory behind how music

creation works, exploring the history of music is key to

understanding the genres of music that we perform,

create, and consume today. Music History of the

Western World 2: Classical, Romantic, and Modern

will provide you with a foundation for understanding

how music has developed in the Western world

through the study of composers, compositions, and

key characteristics of a number of musical genres.

Music CognitionExplore the mental processes underlying musical

behaviors and how emotion, environment, cognitive

capacity, personality, individual differences, and

other factors influence how we perceive music.

Ear Training for Live PerformanceLearn to play what you hear more quickly, and

become more certain of the notes you are singing or

playing. Interpret and respond to music with greater

conviction and expression.

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Master Certificate Songwriting (9 Courses)






• Lyric Writing: Writing From the Title


Songwriting

Certificates

Master Certificate Orchestration for Film & TV (8 Courses)


• Songwriting for Film and TV

• Orchestration 1

• Orchestration 2: Writing Techniques

for Full Orchestra



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Specialist Certificate Orchestration & Producing Music for Film & Games (3 Courses)

• Orchestration 1



Professional Certificate Creative Writing for Musicians (3 Courses)

• Creative Writing: Literature Studies for Musicians

• Creative Writing: Finding Your Voice

• Creative Writing: Poetry

Professional Certificate Singer-Songwriter (3 Courses)




Specialist Certificate Orchestration for Film & TV (3 Courses)

• Orchestration 1

• Orchestration 2: Writing Techniques for Full Orchestra

• Music Composition for Film and TV

Master Certificate Songwriting & Guitar (9 Courses)








Master Certificate Writing & Producing (9 Courses)



• Commercial Songwriting Techniques





Professional Certificate Singer-Songwriter (5 courses)



• Pop and Rock Vocals



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Courses

Lyric Writing: Tools & StrategiesSharpen your lyric writing skills and learn how to

generate better ideas, find the right words to express

those ideas, and organize rhythms and rhymes into

compelling verses, choruses, and bridges. Craft

vivid lyrics by mastering the elements of structure

and the process of building great lyrical ideas into

songs. Whether you’re a beginner or seasoned writer,

this course will help you freely brainstorm ideas and

effectively structure your lyrics.

Lyric Writing: Writing From the TitleLearn how to write a powerful song title and discover

how to build lyrics, develop the rhythms of your song

sections, and create contrasting sections and ideas

to color your chorus.

Lyric Writing: Writing Lyrics to MusicGet the most out of your lyrics by learning how to

combine them accurately and effectively with melody.

Specialist Certificate Songwriting (3 Courses)



• Commercial Songwriting Techniques

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Jingle WritingGain a practical working knowledge of how to

compose, produce, market, and monetize commercial

music in three important categories: Jingles, Library

Music, and Television Theme music and scoring.

Creative Writing: Finding Your VoiceLearn to write clearly and strongly in your own unique

voice, bringing your full self to your writing process

every time you write.

Creative Writing: PoetryLearn to craft and control your writing, enhance

your ideas, and write better lyrics through the study

of poetry.

Creative Writing: Literature Studies for MusiciansStrengthen your writing skills and creative expression

by exploring and learning from the works of musi-

cian-writers and those for whom music has had a

profound influence.

World Music Composition StylesAdd depth and flavor to compositions in any genre by

studying the characteristics of a wide array of world

music compositional techniques.

Songwriting: Writing Hit SongsMove your listeners and express yourself more

effectively by crafting your songs the way hit

writers do.

Songwriting for Film & TVExplore the techniques of writing music that will

appeal specifically to music supervisors, editors,

directors, and producers across any number of

different genres.

Songwriting: MelodyLearn to construct strong, expressive melodies that

your audiences will remember.

Songwriting: HarmonyLearn how harmony can help you to articulate the

essential meaning of a song, and the best ways to

adapt chords and progressions to suit your unique

songwriting style and ideas.

Jazz CompositionLearn effective techniques that will help you compose

jazz tunes that have a balance of melodic, harmonic,

and rhythmic appeal.

Commercial Songwriting TechniquesLearn to write for commercial success by reproducing

the time-tested characteristics of hit songs while

maintaining your own unique voice.

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Master Certificate Music Business & Technology (9 Courses)



• Online Music Marketing: Campaign Strategies, Social Media and Digital Distribution





MUSIC BUSINESS

Certificates

Master Certificate Artist Management (9 Courses)



• Music Licensing

• Concert Touring

• Artist Management



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Professional Certificate Artist Management (5 courses)



• Music Licensing

• Concert Touring

• Artist Management

Specialist Certificate Music Marketing (3 Courses)




Specialist Certificate Music Business Leadership (3 Courses)



• Music Business Leadership and Ethics

Master Certificate Music Business (9 Courses)





• Concert Touring



Professional Certificate Music Business (6 Courses)


• Legal Aspects of the Music Industry





Professional Certificate Music Supervision (5 courses)

• Music Licensing

• Copyright Law


• Music Supervision


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Online Music Marketing: Campaign Strategies, Social Media & Digital DistributionTake an in-depth look at the tools and emerging

technologies artists can use to generate interest in

their music, acquire new fans, and sell their music

online.

Music Industry EntrepreneurshipFocus your efforts and dramatically increase your

chances of success by learning the entrepreneurial

tools particular to the music industry, including

business structures, finance, marketing, management,

and leadership. Create a concise business plan

that you can apply to many different music

business ventures.

Legal Aspects of the Music IndustryBuild your music career with an understanding of the

legal issues that are of special concern to musicians

and songwriters, and take a focused look at the

important legal changes that have evolved as a result

of the shift in the music business landscape.

Courses

Music Business 101Gain a broad overview of the music business and learn

how the various segments of the industry operate on

a day-to-day basis. Discover the career opportunities

that are available to you, and the knowledge you’ll

need to achieve your goals.

Music Business Trends & StrategiesGain a forward-thinking approach to the key issues

that all musicians, music industry entrepreneurs,

managers, and music business professionals face in

the main segments of the music industry, and how

to leverage the opportunities that the new music

business provides.

Music Publishing 101Create and operate your own publishing company,

and learn how to effectively promote and place your

songs into income-generating opportunities.

Concert TouringLearn the preparations and logistics involved in

developing, budgeting, and executing a successful

tour, from small club dates to international

stadium shows.

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Project Management for MusiciansWorking in the music industry involves a never-

ending series of projects. These projects come in

all sizes, budgets, and levels of complexity, but for

each, setting up a process for planning, executing,

and monitoring your work is crucial in achieving your

goals. This course will provide you with an overall

approach, with many specific tools, to help you

successfully complete your music industry-related

projects





Music LicensingLearn how to make money through creative licensing

of your music! In this course, you’ll discover how to

create new avenues for placement of your own music,

identify current opportunities for your copyrights,

and how to use online resources to introduce your

music to music supervisors, ad creatives, video game

producers, and more.

Artist ManagementExplore the role and importance of an artist manager,

what they do, and how it impacts the career of the

artist and their brand.

Music Marketing 101Learn the basics behind marketing and selling

your music. Music Marketing 101 provides artists,

managers, and business entrepreneurs with the

foundational music marketing skill set they’ll need to

succeed and thrive in the new music business.

Music SupervisionLearn the ins and outs of music supervision, from both

the artist and the supervisor standpoint. Understand

the tools used by production teams, and discover

the creative approaches, negotiation techniques,

and licensing practices essential for artists who

are interested in generating income from film or

TV placements or students who want a career in

music licensing.

Copyright LawUnderstand the basics of how your creative works are

protected by copyright law, what rights you have as a

content owner, and how to leverage your copyrights

to generate income.

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International Music Marketing: Developing Your Music Career Abroad

Gain an in-depth knowledge of the time, expertise,

and strategy required for musicians and managers to

release, market, publish, tour, and export music in the

global music industry.

Career and Job Success in the Music Industry

Explore the four dimensions of career development:

clarifying your professional value, focusing the

opportunity lens, advancing personal growth

strategies, and orchestrating a successful job search.

Throughout the course, you will hear from Berklee

alumni and employers about what it takes to succeed

in the music industry in today’s climate of change.

Music Business Leadership & EthicsGain the leadership tools and the ethical decision-

making framework you need to make sound business

decisions in real-time.

Business CommunicationsLearn effective techniques for choosing the right

format, tone, and message for diverse audiences and

the most appropriate way to deliver the message.

Math for MusiciansBuild your knowledge of, and confidence in, math

in practical ways that relate directly to the world

of music. This action-oriented course is designed

specifically for those who find math intimidating or

who feel that their math skills have become “rusty.”

Music Business FinanceGain a hands-on understanding of music business

finance. Learn to apply the critical tools of financial

analysis to leverage talent, assess the potential of

music enterprises, and drive new music businesses.

Creative Entrepreneurship

Leverage your creativity for business innovation

and develop the mindset, knowledge, and insights

required to pursue an entrepreneurial career, whether

as the steward of your own career or as the founder of

a new business in any creative field.

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Specialist Certificate Singer-Songwriter (3 Courses)




Specialist Certificate Vocal Styles (3 Courses)

• Jazz Voice

• R&B Vocals


Certificates

Professional Certificate Singer-Songwriter (5 courses)






Voice

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Courses

Voice Technique 101Make your voice sound more powerful, use

vocal technique to expand your range and

expression, and learn to become more confident in

vocal performances.

Pop & Rock VocalsLearn to sing everything from “classic hits” pop and

rock to singer-songwriter styles to contemporary

indie rock in an authentic manner.

Jazz VoiceApply the unique vocal characteristics of great jazz

singers such as Billie Holiday, Louis Armstrong, Ella

Fitzgerald, and Sarah Vaughn into your own sound.

Understand proper jazz vocal delivery in a number of

tempos and gain confidence singing an array of jazz

standards in a live or recorded context.

R&B VocalsLearn the vocal techniques of the R&B greats,

including Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, Ray Charles,

Marvin Gaye, and Beyonce. In this course, you’ll gain

the necessary skills to sing R&B in an authentic way,

including proper phrasing, riffing, shouting, scale

patterns, rhythmic articulation, and much more.

Specialist Certificate Voice Technique & Musicianship (3 Courses)




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Specialist Certificate Theory & Harmony (3 Courses)




Specialist Certificate Keyboard Skills (3 Courses)

• Berklee Keyboard Method

• Blues and Rock Keyboard Techniques


Certificates

Master Certificate Theory, Harmony & Ear Training (8 Courses)







PIANO & KEYBOARD

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CoursesBerklee Keyboard Method

Learn the Berklee approach to keyboard. Master the

basics of technique and chord voicings, and gain an

understanding of more advanced concepts including

interpretation of lead sheets and improvisation.

Gary Burton: Jazz ImprovisationLearn the art of Jazz improvisation from Gary Burton,







Blues & Rock Keyboard TechniquesStudy the theory and harmonic concepts common to

blues and rock styles, and learn the licks, techniques,

patterns, and improvisation styles associated with

shuffles, New Orleans piano, rock ‘n’ roll and modern

rock piano, and solo blues piano.





and nuances of the masters into your own playing!

Specialist Certificate Keyboard Styles (3 Courses)

• Blues and Rock Keyboard Techniques

• Pop/Rock Keyboard

• Jazz Piano

Specialist Certificate Music Theory (3 Courses)




Specialist Certificate Improvisation (3 Courses)• Basic Ear Training 1



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Jazz PianoStrengthen your command of the melodies,

harmonies, and rhythms that make up the rich art

form of jazz on the piano or keyboard.

Pop/Rock KeyboardLearn to play authentic keyboard parts in a wide range

of pop/rock styles, including rock ‘n’ roll, R&B, dance

pop, classic rock, country, heartland/alt-country, and

jam band.

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Specialist Certificate Jazz Composition & Arranging (3 Courses)

• Jazz Composition

• Reharmonization Techniques

• Jazz Arranging

ARRANGING

Certificates

Master certificate Arranging (8 Courses)


• Arranging: Small Ensemble and Horns

• Arranging: Contemporary Styles

• Arranging: Advanced Horn Writing

• Arranging: Woodwinds and Strings


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Arranging: Woodwinds & StringsGain a practical, real-world understanding of the

sound and personality of woodwind and string

instruments, and learn how to properly apply them to

songs, arrangements, and compositions.

Contemporary Vocal ArrangingMaster the concepts of vocal writing and arranging

— from basic to more advanced — and learn to write

vocal charts in a number of contemporary styles,

including jazz, folk, pop, and R&B.






Jazz ArrangingBecome a more versatile and sought-after jazz

arranger. Jazz Arranging explores techniques that

will allow you to write effective jazz arrangements for

all types of instrumental combinations, from bop and

hard-bop, to big band jazz ensembles.

Courses

Arranging 1: Rhythm SectionEssential learning for anyone interested in arranging

music for a band, Arranging 1: Rhythm Section

explores all aspects of writing and arranging for the

rhythm section.

Arranging: Advanced Horn WritingTake your arranging abilities to the next level of

development by studying more advanced techniques

for voicing chords, orchestration, articulations, and

background lines.

Arranging: Contemporary StylesLearn to create your own original grooves by

analyzing, writing, sequencing, and recording the

rhythms and styles that have influenced western

contemporary music.

Arranging: Small Ensemble & HornsDevelop your writing and arranging skills for smaller

bands and larger ensembles and learn techniques

that can be applied to both live instrumentation or

sequenced/sampled sounds.

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Creative Strategies for Composition Beyond StyleLearn how to develop upon virtually any kernel

of an idea, from a melodic fragment to a catchy

rhythm or phrase, or a nice chord. Explore a variety

of approaches to composing and how they work,

complete with examples, composer perspectives,

and more.

Jazz CompositionLearn effective techniques that will help you compose

jazz tunes that have a balance of melodic, harmonic,

and rhythmic appeal.








Reharmonization TechniquesTake your musical vocabulary and skill set to a whole

new level for writing, arranging, and performing

music of any genre by learning reharmonization

and providing musical interest and variety to

standard repertoire.




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Specialist Certificate Improvisation (3 Courses)




BASS

Certificates

Professional Certificate Bass (5 courses)

• Bass Performance 101

• Rock Bass

• R&B Bass

• Jazz Bass


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to construct your own slap lines over original songs.












and nuances of the masters into your own playing.

CoursesR&B Bass

Learn to play R&B bass in the style of the master

players. Expand your bass playing in the context

of a professional, live music performance or

recording session.

Bass Performance 101Study the music of famous electric and acoustic bass

players, and learn to create and perform your own

unique bass lines in a variety of different styles.

Jazz BassGain the tools and knowledge you need to improvise

jazz bass lines like a seasoned professional. Learn to

play great jazz bass lines, recognize common chord

progressions in jazz standards, and study the work of

jazz bass greats like Paul Chambers, Ray Brown, Ron

Carter, and Christian McBride.

Rock BassGain the foundation, technique, and vocabulary

necessary to construct and improvise bass lines in a

variety of rock and blues-based music styles.

Slap BassPopularized in the 70s with groups such as Sly and

the Family Stone, slap bass has become an essential

technique in any electric bassist’s toolkit. In Slap Bass,

you will learn the fundamentals of playing slap, from

traditional to advanced modern techniques, and learn

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Master Certificate Arranging (8 Courses)



• Arranging: Contemporary Styles




ORCHESTRATION

Certificates




• Orchestration 1




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Specialist Certificate Jazz Composition & Arranging (3 Courses)

• Jazz Composition

• Reharmonization Techniques

• Jazz Arranging

Master Certificate Arranging & Orchestration (8 Courses)




• Orchestration 1



Specialist Certificate Orchestration & Producing Music for Film & Games (3 Courses)

• Orchestration 1




• Orchestration 1



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Film Scoring 101Create original music to accompany a visual medium

by learning fundamental to more advanced film

scoring techniques.

Composing & Producing Electronic Music 1Learn the necessary tools and techniques to create

contemporary electronic music in a variety of styles,

including drum and bass, trance, glitch, dub, electro,

minimal, downtempo, house, and techno. If you are

musician interested in adding an electronic flavor to

your production, or an electronic producer interested

in moving your pieces to the next level, this course

is for you!

Composing & Producing Electronic Music 2Learn to create contemporary electronic music in a

variety of styles, including techno, trip hop, glitch, and

dubstep. Gain a deep understanding of many aspects

of contemporary electronic music, including beats,

harmony, bass lines, groove, melodies, synthesis,

audio/MIDI editing, effects processing, sound design,

performance, and mixing.

Courses

Orchestration 1Learn to write and apply traditional orchestration

techniques to both sampled performances and live

orchestral performances.

Orchestration 2: Writing Techniques for Full OrchestraLearn advanced orchestration strategies and

approaches to writing for full orchestra, including

both a live orchestra and sampled MIDI mockups.

Music Composition for Film & TV 1Learn to write music in the style of big budget

Hollywood films and TV programs. Analyze

melody, harmony, counterpoint, tempo, rhythm, and

orchestration in a variety of genres to gain a complete

“recipe book” for writing for film and TV.

Music Composition for Film & TV 2Gain a thorough understanding of the compositional

styles used in Hollywood projects. Learn to analyze

specific genres of film and television music in terms of


orchestration, forming a template that you can then

apply to your own writing.

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audio professional.
















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Drums

CertificatesSpecialist Certificate

Drums

(3 Courses)• Drum Set Fundamentals

• Rock Drums

• Funk / R&B Drums

CoursesRock DrumsLearn to play a variety of rock drumming styles

through the study of some of rock music’s most

significant drummers.

Funk/R&B Drums

Learn to play songs and improvise rhythms in the

style of funk and R&B.

Drum Set Fundamentals

Improve your overall coordination, touch, and

dynamics, and gain a solid foundation in drum set

performance and musicianship.

Afro-Cuban Drums

Strengthen your overall versatility as a drummer by

learning the rich grooves and rhythmic concepts of

Afro-Cuban music.

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CoursesRock History

Explore the history of rock ‘n’ roll in detail, with

examples from the musicians who lived through

it. Learn about the musical and business trends in

rock, major technological innovations, the prime

innovators, and the historical context that has seen

rock alternately flourish and struggle over the past

60 years.

Music History of the Western World 1: Medieval, Renaissance & BaroqueThis course explores the development of Western

European music from the Antiquity and Middle Ages

MUSIC HISTORy & LIBERAL ARTS

CertificatesSpecialist Certificate Creative Writing for Musicians (3 Courses)• Creative Writing: Literature Studies for Musicians

• Creative Writing: Finding Your Voice

• Creative Writing: Poetry

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these media.

Creative Writing: Finding Your VoiceLearn to write clearly and strongly in your own unique

voice, bringing your full self to your writing process

every time you write.

Creative Writing: PoetryLearn to craft and control your writing, enhance

your ideas, and write better lyrics through the study

of poetry.

Project Management for MusiciansWorking in the music industry involves a never-

ending series of projects. These projects come in

all sizes, budgets, and levels of complexity, but for

each, setting up a process for planning, executing,

and monitoring your work is crucial in achieving your

goals. Project Management for Musicians will provide

you with an overall approach, with many specific

tools, to help you successfully complete your music

industry-related projects.

through the Renaissance and Baroque periods. By

focusing on major composers, genres, technical

aspects, and historical facts, students will gain an

understanding of how early Western music gave rise

to the Classical, Romantic, and Modern eras.

Music History of the Western World 2: Classical, Romantic & ModernJust as learning the theory behind how music

creation works, exploring the history of music is key to

understanding the genres of music that we perform,

create, and consume today. Music History of the

Western World 2: Classical, Romantic, and Modern

will provide you with a foundation for understanding

how music has developed in the Western world

through the study of composers, compositions, and

key characteristics of a number of musical genres.

Art HistoryThrough the eyes of two professors of art history

with differing yet complementary approaches to

understanding art, you will look at a wide variety of

media, including painting, sculpture, and architecture,

and discover the diversity of ways that works of art

are meaningful to the human experience.

Developing Your ArtistryExplore what it means to be an artist — both from a

philosophical and practical perspective. This course

will examine artistry and creativity while also teaching

you how to plan and sustain a career.

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Creative EntrepreneurshipLeverage your creativity for business innovation

and develop the mindset, knowledge, and insights

required to pursue an entrepreneurial career, whether

as the steward of your own career or as the founder of

a new business in any creative field.

Music CognitionExplore the mental processes underlying musical

behaviors and how emotion, environment, cognitive

capacity, personality, individual differences, and

other factors influence how we perceive music.



Math for MusiciansBuild your knowledge of, and confidence in, math

in practical ways that relate directly to the world

of music. This action-oriented course is designed

specifically for those who find math intimidating or

who feel that their math skills have become “rusty.”

Creative Writing: Literature Studies for MusiciansStrengthen your writing skills and creative expression

by exploring and learning from the works of musician-

writers and those for whom music has had a profound

influence.

3D Design with Blender3D Design with Blender is an introduction to the world

of cinematic visual effects designed for musicians

who want to add interesting visual, non-existent

elements or environments to self-made videos.

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Specialist Certificate Orchestrating & Producing Music for Film & Games (3 Courses)

• Orchestration 1



MUSIC FOR FILM, TV & GAMES

Certificates




• Orchestration 1




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Songwriting for Film & TVExplore the techniques of writing music that will

appeal specifically to music supervisors, editors,

directors, and producers across any number of

different genres.

Music Composition for Film & TV 1Learn to write music in the style of big budget

Hollywood films and TV programs. Analyze


orchestration in a variety of genres to gain a complete

“recipe book” for writing for film and TV.

Music Composition for Film & TV 2

The second course in a two-part series, gain a

thorough understanding of the compositional styles

used in Hollywood projects, and learn how to

balance music and dialogue, influence the audience’s

emotional response, and create music that elicits a

location or time period.





Specialist Certificate Visual Media (3 Courses)

• The Language of Film and TV

• Introduction to Digital Cinematography

• Music Video Editing with Final Cut Pro

Specialist Certificate Music for Film & TV (3 Courses)

• The Language of Film and TV




• Orchestration 1



Courses

Film Scoring 101Create original music to accompany a visual medium

by learning fundamental to more advanced film

scoring techniques.

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Music SupervisionLearn the ins and outs of music supervision, from both

the artist and the supervisor standpoint. Understand

the tools used by production teams, and discover

the creative approaches, negotiation techniques,

and licensing practices essential for artists who

are interested in generating income from film or

TV placements or students who want a career in

music licensing.

Music LicensingLearn how to make money through creative licensing

of your music. In this course, you’ll discover how to

create new avenues for placement of your own music,

identify current opportunities for your copyrights,

and how to use online resources to introduce your

music to music supervisors, ad creatives, video game

producers, and more.

Jingle WritingGain a practical working knowledge of how to

compose, produce, market, and monetize commercial

music in three important categories: Jingles, Library

Music, and Television Theme music and scoring.



Audio Post Production for Film & TVBecome a more marketable and in-demand producer

by mastering the tools and techniques necessary

to complete a full audio post production project,

including sound design, foley, dialogue, and music for

a short film.




these media.




audio professional.

Game Audio Production with WwiseThis course is designed for the musician who wants

to compose music, unique sound, and creature voices

for video games. Focusing on both the creative

process of designing unique audio and the practical

challenges of putting that content into a game, Game

Audio Production with Wwise prepares students

for all major aspects of game audio production

and implementation.

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and nuances of the masters into your own playing.








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