Music for Film and Video I
Curriculum guideline
Lecture: 3 hours/week
Students will work alongside the instructor in the Technology Lab. Students will be expected to complete regular assignments and projects outside of class time. These can be done in the lab or at home.
- Working with QuickTime movies in Logic Pro
- Writing cues in various styles depending on genre
- String, brass, woodwind and percussion orchestration overview and techniques
- Film scoring technology including synchronization and frame rates
- The film-making process as it applies to a composer
- Using melody, harmony, rhythm and orchestration featuring MIDI
- Spotting, cue lists, the music editor, the director vs. the producer
- Creative conceptualization as it pertains to film and video
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
- Compose genre-specific music for visuals;
- Score to picture using dynamic orchestral elements;
- Understand and meet the short deadlines required by the industry;
- Demonstrate basic understanding of harmonic, melodic, chordal and rhythmic relationships as they pertain to composing for film;
- Mix and produce for film using virtual instruments, samplers and synthesizers;
- Present Quicktime movies containing their own music, suitable for prospective clients;
- Acknowledge cultural ownership and the need for collaborative, authentic representation when working with Indigenous knowledge, music and cultural elements.
Assessment will be based on course objectives and will be carried out in accordance with the Douglas College Evaluation Policy.
The following is an example evaluation scheme:
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Regular assignments (minimum of four) weighted accordingly: |
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| Assignment #1 | 15% |
| Assignment #2 | 15% |
| Assignment #3 | 15% |
| Assignment #4 | 15% |
| Final project | 30% |
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Professionalism |
10% |
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Total |
100% |
Professionalism is assessed on consistent attendance, punctuality, taking responsibility for deadlines, constructive and considerate interpersonal communication and contribution to class discussion and group work.
Students' record of attendance and/or level of active participation in the course forms part of the student's graded performance. Expectations and grade calculations regarding class attendance and participation will be clearly defined in the Instructor Course Outline.
No texts or materials are required. All required hardware and software for the completion of assignments and projects is available in the studio.
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