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What's in it for me so far ♬⋆.˚
What's in it for me so far ♬⋆.˚
The first time I heard about the production course that has “audio” in it, I got excited that I’ll be given the opportunity to learn more about anything related to listening. Even though I was aware that the course didn't focus on making music simply, I was eager to learn the topics. Last year in August, my friends and I went to a Tech Expo held in the World Trade Center, Manila called Musik Manila 2024, where it had different workshops, tech displays, and performances all around the venue. I was able to sit in on several lectures like Integrating New Technologies in Stage Design and Finding the right guitar and gear. However, my favorite was Mike Pedero’s workshop as it discusses Acoustics. This is where I heard Psychoacoustics for the first time which got me excited to take MMS 172 because as he went on with his lecture, I was intrigued on how the smallest things are still a big deal in recording. When I took the course and opened Module 1, I spotted it. There it was, the title “Psychoacoustics” in the table of contents. It was my favorite lesson so far as it gave me a step to what to do and what to look forward to. From arranging the positions of your workplace to what walls and carpet you use, everything is mended piece by piece. The lessons and the discussions are what I expected, but did I expect to enjoy it bit by bit? Nope. I encountered audio lessons before but was bored with it, especially with tackling wavelengths and decibels. However, this course made me engaged and hooked to it. Maybe because I’m more interested in the audio now than before? Maybe the facilitator in charge provided an enjoyable way of learning the materials? Maybe because I need to know what to apply in my upcoming songs? I can’t pin a point to it but I surely know that I am more interested now than I was before taking the course.
Pictures from workshops in MUSIK MANILA 2024
So far, aside from the interest I have for the topics because of course, it’s audio, I really like how our facilitator is handling the course by giving modules that include videos and written material. For different topics, Prof gave us detailed and simplified versions like how to understand the human ear and how it works. I assumed Prof knew how it’s sometimes hard to learn about anatomy haha. Other than that, modules also have extra reading supplements I can dive into and believe me, I don’t read much but since I’m more interested in this topic, the extra materials help me to understand and explore more about topics. Bonuses and the discussion forums actually help too. My experience doing Bonus 3: Bach-ify your melody was really fun and pleasing as I got to play with notes!
After facing Assignment 1, I know that it’s time to prepare all the things that I need for doing my final project. From concept planning to execution, I have hopes of releasing the initial demo through my social media. I really enjoyed writing about my passion in songwriting and how my process goes when I make new songs which is why I’m excited to start on this project. Module 1 taught me how to properly set-up gear and how I should be starting with work. From signal flows, different DAWs, cables, and so much more I can use for this project and my small gigs. That being said, I also scrolled through several Assignments of classmates and was intrigued by how there were so many different concepts. I stumbled upon concepts like sounds from a student, book readings, original narrations, cover songs, and original songs. I found this blog of one student who already has a script and a plan for his narration based on stories from Hunger Games’ Trilogy. Another student I was curious about will be making a cover song that contains high notes making it difficult to sing. I’m impressed with some of them even though this is the kind of thing we see on the internet. However, knowing they are my classmates makes this more impressive because we study under the same school, under the same program, taking the same course where we're all the same level.
Last August 6, I wasn’t able to attend the F2F meeting, but I heard the students had fun with the class. So fun that I’m kind of sad to miss it. For people like me who were not able to go to F2F meetings, collaborations are done online which makes production seem hard, at the same time easy because there’s not much to do online right? No. You have to set-up all your gear and plan ahead like a F2F production. I’m not only talking about music making but also recording podcasts, filming documentaries, or maybe book readings. A while ago I suggested to a friend an idea for her Assignment 1 which is to record a podcast with another friend since she’s into debating about different topics and really has a mouth for interesting stuff to say. She decided to go with another idea though, but I would’ve done a collaborative project if I’m not much busy with other courses as well. I’m excited to see everyone’s results as well as mine, and even though I know more lessons and hardships will be learned, it will probably be a good application towards my career as an indie artist.
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