Studio Production, BM
CBU's studio production degree is designed to train students in emerging technologies and practices in the music industry, preparing them for success in current and evolving applications.
Program Intro
Students in CBU's studio production bachelor's program are trained in an immersive and integrated program — musically, theoretically, technologically and entrepreneurially. CBU students receive intensive training in studio production and will be able to create musical products for consumption and distribution.
Why Study Studio Production at CBU?
Aim for excellence
In every class, every rehearsal, every performance, students are held to higher standards that will encourage them to develop and expand their God-given gifts and ultimately share them with others.
Practice a contemporary conservatory style
CBU's music classroom style is often referred to as conservatory — intimate, challenging and rigorous — but unlike typical music conservatories that preserve the past with a traditional repertoire, CBU's music is forward-looking to engage both musicians and audiences in the contemporary enjoyment of the art.
Use state-of-the-art technology
CBU music students work hands-on with the latest music technology on both their personal Macbook Pro computers and in computer labs and classrooms located within the state-of-the-art Hawkins Music Building. Software for professional and audio production, sequencing and publishing quality notation are used each day in many of the core music courses.
What You'll Learn
Students in CBU's studio production bachelor's program will learn:
- Sound and Recording Techniques: Demonstrate a developed understanding and application
of sound and recording technologies in commercial music.
- Commercial Music Styles: Compare and contrast commercial music styles and genres via
musical criticism and performance.
- Music Industry Practices: Critique music industry practices using an ethical and moral
lens informed by scripture.
- Music Artifacts: Create unique musical artifacts that contribute to artistic and entrepreneurial
career aspirations.
- Popular Music History: Analyze the global phenomenon of popular music, historically
and socially, and opportunities for careers in commercial music in emerging markets
and businesses.
- Perform Commercial Styles: Perform and replicate musical styles from diverse commercial
music genres.
- Music Recording: Record music ensembles of differing sizes and applications.
- Music Production: Build musical production timelines and projects for diverse applications.
- Musical Product Creation: Create musical products for consumption and distribution using current and emerging technologies.
Program Details
MUS 357: Music Production II
Study of the business and creative aspects of music production. Emphasis is placed on project development and tracking from demo to final product.
MUS 487: Sound Design for Film and Multimedia
Integration of audio and studio technology in post production.
MUS 497: Studio Production Project II
Students will record a 60-minute performance project of various ensemble configurations, including at least one soundscape.
Thomas Brooks
Assistant Professor of Music
Director, Commercial Music Studies
Office Phone: 951-552-8156
E-mail: tbrooks@calbaptist.edu
I chose to major in music because it's something I really love to do and I realized I'd like to keep doing it for the rest of my life. I like the program at CBU because I have so many opportunities to perform. It's helped me get used to performing a lot.
Mayu Fukasawa '19
I grew up in a musical family and always knew I wanted to participate in music in some capacity. The professors here are really great people who want to be more than just someone who grades you. They really care about your education.
Braden Sapp '19
Career Possibilities
Studio production majors can apply their field of study to a variety of careers. Some careers listed below may require further education.
- Music Producer
- Studio Engineer
- Arranger
- Musician
- Composer
- Recording Artist
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Next Steps
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