Recording Artistry Course (E-Brochure)

2-Year House University Program | 3-Year House University Program.

RECORDING ARTISTRY  

Course Overview:  

Recording Artistry is focused on nurturing expressive, technically grounded, and lyrically rich artists. This course guides students through the complete cycle of musical creation—from idea generation to lyrical crafting, vocal expression, and in-studio recording. Students are trained to become original, authentic, and commercially aware recording artists.

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ELECTIVE TRACK (Choose One):  

- Piano Performance (PNO Series)  

- Guitar Performance (GTR Series)

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Great! Here's the Program Structure and Key Focus Areas for Recording Artistry under the RH House University Music Business Department:

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Recording Artistry Program Structure

2 Years House University Program 

(Levels 1 – 6)

- Level 1 – 2: Foundational & Beginner Levels  

  Focus on Applied Music, Basic Composition, Lyricology, and Vocal Development.

  

- Level 3 – 4: Intermediate Levels  

  Enhanced training in Lyricology, Composition Techniques, Studio Performance, and Artist Development.  

  Level 4 concludes the 18-Month Diploma with a 2-Month Internship.

-Level 5 – 6: Internship + Transition Phase  

  Real-time application through Studio Recording Projects, Live Sessions, and Song Releases. Students begin taking leadership roles in their recording artistry, working under the Artist Platform Management.

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3 Years House University Program 

(Levels 1 – 9)

-Levels 1 – 6: As above (2-Year Program)  

-Level 7 – 9: Advanced Recording & Artist Identity Development  

  Focus shifts to Concept Projects, Single/EP/Album Creation, Branding, Creative Directing, and Live Recording Engineering.  

  By Level 9, students are expected to have a public-ready body of recorded work, media engagement portfolio, and concert experience.

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Key Focus Areas (2 & 3 Year Programs)

Songwriting & Lyricology

   - Crafting and analyzing lyrics across genres.

   - Lyric interpretation and message development.

Musical Composition

   - Song structures, harmonies, and arrangement.

   - Original music writing with live instrumentation and/or DAWs.

Vocal Artistry

   - Vocal development, performance, and studio vocal delivery.

   - Sight singing and pitch recognition.

Studio Performance

   - Voice coaching, recording techniques, and session etiquette.

   - In-studio rehearsals and performance tracking.

Musical Directing & Collaboration

   - Working with producers, musicians, and engineers.

   - Learning to lead or follow in recording sessions.

Live Studio Projects

   - Real-time in-studio recordings.

   - Participation in In-House Concerts and RH Studio artist development sessions.

Artist Platform Management

   - Portfolio development, press kits, interviews, branding, and releases.

Electives in Instruments

   - Piano or Guitar (one elective required throughout program for artistry grounding).

PROGRAM LEVEL 1

Preliminary Session (Weeks 1–4)

Core Courses

-RART 100: Introduction to Recording Artistry  

  Overview of the art of recording, vocal identity, musical storytelling, and the role of the recording artist in modern music.

  

-VOC 100: Introduction to Vocals

  Basics of voice mechanics, vocal posture, tone production, and breathing techniques.

- VOC 101: Preliminary Vocal Techniques & Therapy 

  Intro to vocal care, relaxation, vocal health routines, and simple therapeutic practices for voice control.

Mandatory Courses

-MUS 100: Introduction to Applied Music  

  Fundamental music theory concepts with an introduction to sound, pitch, time, and form.

-SOL 100: Introduction to Solfege  

  Basics of solmization, pitch relationships, interval recognition using movable-do system.

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Elective Courses (Choose one instrument path: Piano or Guitar)

Piano Path:

-PNO 100: Piano Anatomy  

  Exploring keyboard layout, finger numbering, and hand positioning.

-PNO 101: Preliminary Fingering Exercises

Basic drills and finger independence exercises for keyboard control.

Guitar Path:

-GTR 100: Guitar Fretboard Anatomy  

  Introduction to string names, frets, finger placement and tuning.

-GTR 101: Preliminary Fingering Exercises  

  Beginner fingerstyle and strumming drills, focusing on dexterity and accuracy.

   -SYN 100: Introduction to Synth Pads and Keys. 

     For students interested in digital sound exploration—early intro to synths and MIDI control.

Optional Lab or Workshop (non-graded):

   -STU 100: In-Studio Orientation 

     First walk-through of the RH studio environment, etiquette, and vocal booth basics.

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Program Level 1: 

First Semester (Weeks 5–10)

Core Courses:

-VOC 110— Introductory Vocal Techniques & Practice I.

  Foundational exercises in vocal range, pitch control, breathing, and tone development.

-RART 110— Vocal Actings: Principles & Techniques I

  Introduction to expressive vocal delivery, characterisation, and emotional connection in recorded vocals.

-VOC 111— Vocal Therapy (Clinic) Sessions

  Group/individualized sessions addressing vocal tension, fatigue, and strengthening for recording use.

-SGT 111— Introductory Sight Reading I 

  Basic note reading, rhythm patterns, vocal sight singing exercises.

-COM 110— Introduction to Composition I 

  Song structure basics, melodic ideas, hook development, and composition logic.

-LYR 111— Introduction to Lyricology I 

  Foundations in lyrical themes, rhyme schemes, storytelling, and poetic structure.

-STU 110— In-Studio Rehearsals

Guided rehearsals in the studio environment; prepares students for recording and artist development.

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Special Events

-RART 101 – ARTIST CONVERGE 1.0 

  A special workshop series introducing students to professional artist development with a focus on creating their Artist Biography — the first item in their EPK (Electronic Press Kit).

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Mandatory Courses

-MUS 110— Applied Musicology I: Fundamentals of the Language of Music  

  Rhythmic structures, key signatures, harmony basics.

-SOL 110— Ear Training by Solmization I  

  Sight singing, interval identification, pitch memory development using solfege.

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Elective Courses (Choose either Piano or Guitar track)

Piano Track

-PNO 110 – Piano Scale & Preliminary Chord Anatomy 

  Major scales, triads, and simple progressions.

-PNO 111 – Piano Sight Reading I  

  Reading treble and bass clef passages, rhythm clapping.

Guitar Track

-GTR 110 – Guitar Scale & Preliminary Chord Anatomy 

  Open chords, simple melodic patterns, scale exercises.

-GTR 111 – Guitar Sight Reading I

  Intro to tablature and standard notation, rhythm application on fretboard.

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Program Level 1: Second Semester 

(Weeks 11–17)

Core Courses

-VOC 120 – Introductory Vocal Techniques & Practice II 

  Builds on breath control, vocal resonance, tonal modulation, and performance confidence.

-RART 120 – Vocal Actings: Principles & Techniques II 

  Continued development in emotional storytelling, expression for studio recording, and performance articulation.

-VOC 121 – Vocal Therapy (Clinic) Sessions II 

  Voice care, flexibility exercises, overcoming vocal fatigue, and therapy through music.

-SGT 121 – Sight Reading II 

  Intermediate melodic reading, rhythm drills, and vocal sight performance.

-COM 120 – Elements of Composition II

  Motif development, structural consistency, creative writing techniques for songwriters.

-LYR 121 – Preliminary Lyrical Exegesis 

  Analyzing lyrical depth, theme consistency, meaning layers, and contextual writing.

-STU 120 – In-Studio: Demo Recordings I  

  Students record their first original demo in a guided studio session.

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Special Event:

-RART 102– ARTIST CONVERGE 1.1: My First Song!

Songwriters Boot camp 1

Students complete their first original track (lyrics + melody + vocal recording); featured in a private studio listening session.

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Mandatory Courses

-MUS 120 – Applied Musicology II: Language of Music in Application 

  Major Diatonic and Pentatonic Scales, Application of intervals, harmony building, and rhythm interpretation in real music contexts.

-SOL 120 – Ear Training by Solmization II 

  Intermediate solfege drills, sight singing with hand signs, melodic dictation.

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Elective Courses 

(Continue with chosen track: Piano or Guitar)

Piano Track

-PNO 120– Piano Performance II: Scale & Chord Progressions 

  Diatonic chord progressions, rhythm accompaniment, and transposition basics.

-PNO 121 – Piano Sight Reading II 

  Reading two-hand scores with expressive markings and dynamic variations.

Guitar Track

-GTR 120 – Guitar Performance II: Progressions & Styles  

  Playing in common genres (pop, RnB), applying chord voicings in context.

-GTR 121 – Guitar Sight Reading II  

  Incorporating rhythmic complexity and melodic phrasing in notation reading.

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Assessments & Recitals 

(End of Semester Highlights)

TAM 101 – First Test of Applied Music  

Students are assessed on core areas: vocal technique, basic composition, lyric structure, and in-studio performance.

ETM 101 – First Ear Training Test

Solfege dictation, melodic/rhythmic imitation, and sight-singing drills.

Recitals for Recording Artistry Students:

-PNO 130 – Piano Mini-Recital 

  Performance of selected scale/chord progressions or short instrumental pieces (for piano elective students).

-VOC 130 – Sight Singing & Vocal Recital 

  Solo sight singing and vocal technique showcase.

-STU 130 – Live Room Covers Session  

  Students reinterpret and perform a popular song live with minimal backing, showcasing artistry and expression.

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