Bachelor of Science in Music Recording Technology
Hampton University
Key Information
Campus location
Hampton, USA
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
4 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
USD 26,198
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Introduction
The Music Recording Technology program is designed for the student who desires a career in audio engineering, music recording, audio equipment design, sound reinforcement, broadcasting, audio sales, or studio maintenance. Students who complete this four-year degree program, including one summer, earn a Bachelor of Science in Music with an emphasis on Audio Recording. Combining audio recording with music ensures that graduates are well-prepared for successful employment in the music and entertainment industries.
Study Abroad Opportunities
The Department of Music and Performing Arts has a history of travel abroad beginning in the early 1900s. Under the direction of Robert Nathaniel Dett, who served at Hampton from 1913 to 1932 and is credited with establishing the Department of Music and Performing Arts and was the director of the University Choir, students from the department traveled and performed extensively throughout Europe. More recently, the Marching Band was a guest performer in Tegucigalpa, Honduras. The University Choir was a guest performer in Medellin, Colombia. The Department of Music and Performing Arts responds to travel abroad opportunities that provide growth and exposure for our students.
Most recently, The Marching Force has performed at the Vatican in Rome, Italy for the 2021 New Year’s Day Parade. The Marching Force has also performed in the 2020 Honda Battle of the Bands in Atlanta, GA, and the Macy’s Thanks Giving Day Parade in 2021! The Force plans to expand its international travels as it looks towards France and England.
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Curriculum
Music Program Requirements
The Department of Music is an institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM).
Comprehensive Examination
Each music major is required to take a comprehensive examination (concurrent with the Major Performance 307 course). This examination will determine the type of exit project required for graduation: a basic recital honors recital, or an artist recital.
Performance Requirements
Music majors and minors are required to enroll in a major/minor performance class and a major ensemble each semester until their performance requirements are met. Additionally, students are required to perform in a minimum of one recital each semester and pass a jury examination before the faculty at the end of each semester.
Senior Recitals
The exit requirement for music majors is the senior recital which should be performed during the 407 or 408 major performance course level.
Required Attendance
Music majors are required to attend workshops, seminars, and recitals. Students will receive the “S” grade in Recital Attendance 101 (RCT) for attendance of a minimum of 8 activities each of the six semesters.
Grades in Major
All music majors and minors are required to pass music courses with a grade of “C” or better.
Freshman Year
First Semester
- ENG 101 Written Communication I
- HIS 106 World Civilizations II
- MAT 110 College Mathematics I
- MUS 119 Aural Theory &Keyboard
- MUS 121 Written Theory I
- PED Physical Education
- UNV 101 the Individual and Life
Second Semester
- COM 103 Oral Communication
- ENG 102 Written Communication II
- MUS 120 Aural Theory & Keyboard
- MUS 122 Written Theory II
- Natural Science Elective
- PED Physical Education
- ORC/PIA/VOI 108 Major Performance
Sophomore Year
First Semester
- Behavioral Science Elective
- MRT 225 Introduction to Audio Recording
- MUS 211 Advanced Harmony I
- MUS 222 Advanced Harmony I Lab
- ORC/PIA/VOI 207 Major Performance
- BAN/CHO/ORC Major Ensemble
- PIA/VOI 103/105 Minor Performance
Second Semester
- MRT 226 Audio Recording II
- MUS 212 Advanced Harmony II
- MUS 233 Advanced Harmony II Lab
- Social Science Elective
- Free Elective
- ORC/PIA/VOI 208 Major Performance
- BAN/CHO/ORC Major Ensemble
Junior Year
First Semester
- HUM 201 Humanities I
- MRT 325 Audio Engineering I
- MRT 327 Electronic Music, Synthesizers, and Computers
- MUS 305 History of Music II
- THE 201 Stagecraft I
- ORC/PIA/VOI 307 Major Performance
- BAN/CHO/ORC Major Ensemble
Second Semester
- Humanities Elective
- MRT 326 Audio Engineering II
- MUS 306 Music History III
- Free Elective
- ORC/PIA/VOI 308 Major Performance
- BAN/CHO/ORC Major Ensemble
- RCT 101 Recital Attendance
Senior Year
First Semester
- Free Elective
- MRT 425 Advanced Audio Recording Techniques I
- MUS 311 Contrapuntal Theory and Practice
- MUS 407 Business of Music
- ORC/PIA/VOI 407 Major Performance
- BAN/CHO/ORC Major Ensemble
- RCT 101 Recital Attendance
Second Semester
- MRT 426 Advanced Audio Techniques II
- MRT 427 Recording Workshop I
- MRT 429 Recording Studio Internship
- MUS 401 20th Century Theory and History
- MUS 408 Business of Music
- ORC/PIA/VOI 408 Major Performance
- BAN/CHO/ORC Major Ensemble
Career Opportunities
Music Recording Technology and Audio Production majors are required to enroll in a four (4) credit internship course which must be completed in order to meet graduation requirements. Internship options are recommended by the Coordinator of Music Recording Technology; however, students can submit options for approval. Students can participate in several internships as desired; however, students must complete all Music and Music Recording Technology (MRT) courses through the third year in order to enroll in the MRT 429 Internship course. Students must also apply through the University’s Career Center and receive the approval of the coordinator for Music Recording Technology and chair of the Department of Music and Performing Arts.
- Recording/Studio Engineer
- Foley Artist
- ADR
- Forensics
- Marine Audio
- Military Audio
- Sound Design
- Radio Engineer
- Cinema Installation
- Lobbyist
- Sports Audio
- Television Audio
- Event Planner
- Audio Sales
Company
- Disney
- Virginia Film Festival, Richmond, VA
- National Black Theatre Festival, Winston-Salem, NC
- Bush Gardens, Williamsburg, VA
- Billie Holiday Theatre, Brooklyn, New York
- Capital Group
- Louis Armstrong House Museum