Music Production & Audio Engineering Course (E-Brochure)

 

Music Production & Audio Engineering 

Department of Music Business | RH House University

INTRODUCTION

Welcome to the heart of sound creation — the Music Production & Audio Engineering course at RH House University. Designed for the 21st-century creative, this program trains students in the art, science, and business of music production, equipping them with the technical skills and creative vision to bring sound to life.

From capturing raw vocal sessions to crafting full-fledged productions for radio, streaming, stage, and screen, students are immersed in hands-on learning using industry-standard tools, software, and environments.  

Covering everything from Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs) and microphone techniques, to audio mixing, mastering, live engineering, sound design, and studio operations, the course is tailored to create producers and engineers who are not just tech-savvy, but also musically intuitive and business-aware.

Whether you're producing your own music, engineering for other artists, building sound for film and games, or launching a production studio, this course builds your confidence to operate professionally in the ever-evolving music ecosystem.

Special Features:

- Studio-Based Learning

- Project-Focused Curriculum

- Access to Artist Platform Collaborations

- Internship & Industry Exposure

- Final Capstone Album Production

- Live Room Mixing & Engineering Practicals

Graduates of this course leave not only with a rich technical skill set, but also with a portfolio of original productions, ready for the global music industry.

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Preliminary Session (Weeks 1–4) module for the Music Production & Audio Engineering course, setting the foundation before diving into full semester coursework.

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Program Level 1: Preliminary Session (Weeks 1–4)

Focus: Orientation, Foundational Musical Understanding, Studio Introduction

Core Courses

-MPA 100 – Introduction to Music Production & Audio Engineering  

  A survey of the role of the music producer and audio engineer — tools, environments, responsibilities, and industry outlook.

-MPA 101 – Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) Basics 

 A hands-on introduction to industry-standard DAWs like Logic Pro X, FL Studio, Ableton Live, or Pro Tools. Students are guided in basic navigation, track setup, and simple audio edits.

Mandatory Courses

-MUS 100 – Introduction to Applied Music

  Builds awareness of musical structure, sound elements, and their creative use in production.

-SOL 100 – Introduction to Solfege 

  Establishes pitch recognition, interval training, and ear development — foundational for critical listening and mixing.

Elective (Instrumental Orientation) – Choose One

To enhance musicianship and sound context.

-PNO 100– Piano Anatomy & Tonal Awareness

-GTR 100 – Guitar Fretboard Anatomy & Tonal Familiarity

-DRM 100 – Drum Kit Anatomy & Basic Rhythm Mapping

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Notes:

- These weeks serve as onboarding, skill leveling, and introducing studio etiquette.

- Studio observation hours or guided demonstrations could be incorporated.

- Weekly listening labs could enhance awareness of sound textures and production styles.

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Semester 1 (Weeks 5–10)

Core

-MPA 110: Introduction to Audio Signal Flow  

-MPA 111: DAW Projects I (Basic Recording & Editing)  

-MPA 112: Studio Tools & Gear Fundamentals  

-MPA 113: Intro to MIDI & Virtual Instruments  

Mandatory

- MUS 110: Applied Musicology I  

- SOL 110: Ear Training by Solmization I  

Electives

- PNO 110: Piano Techniques for Producers I

- GTR 110: Guitar Chord Structures  

- DRM 110: Drum Patterns & Timekeeping  

Special Feature:  

-ARTIST CONVERGE 1.0– Students build their Producer Bio, join production groups, and begin Portfolio Logs  

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Semester 2 (Weeks 11–16) 

Core

- MPA 120: Intro to Mixing Principles  

- MPA 121: DAW Projects II – Loop Creation & Song Demos  

- MPA 122: Fundamentals of Recording Vocals  

- MPA 123: Beat Making Workshop I  

Mandatory 

- MUS 120: Applied Musicology II  

- SOL 120: Ear Training II  

Electives

- PNO 120 / GTR 120 / DRM 120: Continue with Instrument Track  

Assessment & Performance

- TAM 101– Test of Applied Music  

-Ear Test 1

-Live Room Session 1– Track Playback Showcase  

-First Recital– Instrument/Studio-Based Demo Performance  

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PROGRAM LEVEL 2

Semester 1

Core  

- MPA 210: Microphone Techniques I  

- MPA 211: Audio Editing & Comping  

- MPA 212: Sound Design I  

- MPA 213: Mixing Essentials & Signal Processing  

Mandatory

- MUS 210: Genres of Music I  

- SOL 210: Ear Training & Harmony  

Special Feature 

-SONGWRITERS BOOTHCAMP 1.0 – Collaborate with Recording Artistry Students to produce original songs  

Platform Integration

-BREFOS SESSION AUDITIONS – First opportunity for producers to pitch beats for Artist Platform  

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Semester 2

Core

- MPA 220: Audio Mixing II (Vocal Balance & Space)  

- MPA 221: Intro to Mastering  

- MPA 222: DAW Projects III – Full Song Production  

- MPA 223: Studio Collaboration & Direction  

Mandatory 

- MUS 220: Applied Music III  

- SOL 220: Melodic & Harmonic Dictation  

Special Feature

-Artist Platform Induction – Student-producers begin getting credits on studio tracks  

-Live Room Showcase 2 – Produce for Live Performance Sessions  

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PROGRAM LEVEL 3 

Semester 1

Core

- MPA 310: Advanced MIDI & Electronic Music Production  

- MPA 311: Genre-Based Production Techniques (Afrobeat, Gospel, EDM, etc.)  

- MPA 312: Acoustics & Room Treatment Basics  

- MPA 313: Producer Branding & Networking  

Special Feature

-PRODUCERS LIVE MIXDOWN – A mixing competition showcasing real-time creativity  

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Semester 2 

Core

-MPA 320: Studio Management & Session Leadership  

-MPA 321: Scoring for Media (Film/Game)  

-MPA 322: Creative Sampling & FX Design  

-MPA 323: Producer EPK Compilation  

Mandatory

-MUS 320: Applied Music IV  

-SOL 320: Studio Ear Mastery  

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PROGRAM LEVEL 4 (Final Diploma Level)

Semester 1  

Core

-MPA 410: Live Sound Engineering I  

-MPA 411: Vocal Production & Editing  

-MPA 412: Sync Licensing & Music Publishing Basics  

-MPA 413: Masterclass in Beat Composition  

Project 

-Live Room Production Showcase

-Collaboration Recital with Recording Artistry  

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Semester 2 (Internship)

-MPA 420: Studio Internship & Industry Immersion (8 Weeks)

- Students assist in live sessions, editing suites, and mix reviews under senior producers. 

-Final EPK Submission & Portfolio Presentation.

-Graduation Showcase Project (18 Months Diploma Program).

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PROGRAM LEVEL 5–6 (2-YEAR HOUSE UNIVERSITY)

Expands into deeper real-world industry prep, full album production, managing artists, and live audio environments.  

New Additions Include:

- MPA 510: Advanced Audio Engineering  

- MPA 511: Surround Sound & Dolby Atmos Basics  

- MPA 520: Advanced Sound Design II  

- MPA 521: Mastering with Analog Hardware  

- MPA 610: Independent Album Production  

- MPA 620: Real-Time FOH Mix Engineering  

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PROGRAM LEVEL 7–9 (3-YEAR HOUSE UNIVERSITY) 

Focuses on innovation, capstone production projects, and specialization  

Highlights Include:

- MPA 710: Experimental Production Techniques  

- MPA 711: Label Development & Music Business

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PROGRAM LEVEL 8  

Theme: Advanced Project Execution, Industry Collaboration & Sound Innovation

First Semester (Weeks 1–8)

Core Courses:

-MPB 801 – Advanced Multi-Genre Production Techniques  

-ENG 801 – Studio Engineering: Live Sound vs. Studio Sound  

-STU 801– Studio Lab XIII: Cross-Collaboration Projects  

-DIR 801– Executive Musical Directing III: Conducting Live Sessions  

-PRD 801– Capstone DAW Mastery II: Advanced Logic Pro / Reaper  

-SCM 801– Music Scoring & Scene Sync for TV, Ads, Games  

-COL 801– Producer x Artist Matchup: Real-Time Creation & Delivery  

Mandatory Courses:

-MUS 810 – Contemporary Music Production Trends  

-SOL 801 – Pitch and Frequency Interpretation for Mixing Engineers  

-SCO 801 – Band Session XI: Live Recording for Film & Broadcast

Electives:

-PNO 801– Piano for Studio Musicians III  

-GTR 801 – Guitar as a Textural Instrument  

-KBD 801 – MIDI Controllers & Smart Keyboarding  

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Second Semester (Weeks 9–17)

Core Courses:

-MPB 811 – Large Session Recording: Choir, Orchestras & Ensembles

-ENG 811 – Soundstage Design and Acoustic Simulation  

-STU 811– Studio Lab XIV: On-Site and Mobile Recording  

-MIX 811– Hybrid Mixing & Mastering Strategies  

-PRD 811– Capstone Producer Project II: Scoring a Short Film  

Mandatory Courses:

-MUS 820 – Applied Aesthetics in Production  

-SOL 811 – Advanced Ear Training for Mastering  

-SCO 811 – Band Session XII: Acoustic & Digital Integration Performance

Electives:

-KBD 811– Live Rigging & Synth Layering for Stage  

-PNO 811– Extended Techniques for Piano & MIDI Input  

-GTR 811– Amp Simulation & Effects Chain in DAWs

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PROGRAM LEVEL 9

Theme: Capstone Studio Mastery & Industry Readiness

First Semester (Weeks 1–8)

Core Courses:

-MPB 901– Final Production Project I: Conceptualizing a Producer Portfolio  

-ENG 901 – Broadcast-Level Audio Engineering  

-STU 901 – Studio Lab XV: Cross-Genre Fusion & Artist Coaching  

-PRD 901 – Personal Sound Branding & Signature Production  

-SCM 901 – Final Scoring Project: Short Film, Documentary or Animation  

Mandatory Courses:

-MUS 900 – Music Business for Producers  

-SOL 901– Master Ear Training & Analytical Listening  

-SCO 901 – Band Session XIII: Final Showcase Prep  

Electives:

-KBD 901 – Producer Keys for Worship, Hip-Hop or Ambient Music  

-PNO 901– Piano in Minimalist and Cinematic Production  

-GTR 901– Producer Guitar Work: Layers, FX, and Studio Trickery  

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Second Semester (Weeks 9–17)

Core Courses:

-MPB 911 – Final Production Project II: Launch, Distribution & Presentation  

-ENG 911– Mastering for Global Platforms (iTunes, Spotify, Film, TV)  

-STU 911 – Studio Lab XVI: Final Mix, Master & Release  

-PRD 911 – RH Final Producer Portfolio Review  

-SHOW 901 – Grand Producer Showcase & Listening Session  

Mandatory Courses:

-MUS 910 – Career Pathways in Music Technology  

-SOL 911 – Aural Aesthetics & Listener Psychology  

-SCO 911 – Band Session XIV: Live Scored Performance

Capstone Projects:

-TAM 901 – Final Test of Applied Music (Production Track)  

-RCT 901– Final Production Recitals & Showcase  

-PORT 901 – Final Portfolio Submission: EP, Film Score, DAW Projects, EPK

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Program Levels 1–9

-Level 1–4: 18-Month Diploma Program  

-Level 5–6: 2-Year House University Program  

-Level 7–9: 3-Year House University Program  

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