MUS-171: Intro to Music Technology

Take Intro to Music Technology at a Working Recording Studio

About the Course

This course serves as an introduction to the use of technology in the creation of music. Using digital audio software, students learn the basics of sound manipulation, including sequencing, editing, synthesis, and mixing. Additional course topics include the properties of sound, basic recording technology, and music notation software. This course is designed for both music majors and non-majors. Prerequisites: None. (3 credits) 

Class Schedule
At The Record Co 960 Massachusetts Avenue Boston, MA 02118
5-9 p.m. on Tuesday

About The Record Co.

The Record Co. (TRC) is a 501c3 nonprofit community music workspace on a mission to remove the technical and social barriers between music makers and their creative visions through low cost, welcoming space to record and rehearse and professional development programming and partnerships. TRC is a lot like a community center but instead of a pool we have recording and rehearsal studios that anyone can use to create.

How can I register for this course?

Students already enrolled in a degree program, can register for this course in BHCCselfservice.

Students new to BHCC, can register for MUS-171: Intro to Music Technology as a Guest Student.

Do I need to be in the BHCC Music program to take the course?

No, you do not need to be in the program.

When does the class start and end?

This Tuesday evening class starts on September 3rd and ends on December 11th. See BHCC Academic Calendar.

How much does the class cost?

This cost for a 3 credit class is $750 , see Tuition and Fees. However, most students, taking 6 credits or more a semester, qualify for free community college through MassEducate or MassReconnect.

Where will the class take place?

The Record Company, 960 Mass Ave. Boston, MA 02118

Getting to The Record Co. 
From I-93, take the Mass Ave exit. Head north on Mass Ave towards Dorchester/Roxbury. Please park in the south lot closest to TRC’s entrance (look for the incredible mural created by ProBlak!). 

Bus
TRC can be accessed via the 8 and 10 buses which stop just outside the building on Mass Ave. 

Train
0.5 mi to Newmarket Commuter Rail stop
0.7 mi to Andrew T stop on the Red Line

Newmarket Shuttle Service

The Newmarket Business Improvement District Shuttle services the Newmarket area and runs loops to the Orange, Red, and Fairmont lines. The Orange Line/Ruggles Station Shuttle stops on Mass Ave just outside the building and runs a 5am-Midnight schedule. TRC has BID Shuttle passes available for students/staff to utilize upon request.

What other MUS courses are available?

More MUS course are offered at BHCC Charlestown Campus. Check out the courses for the Program of Study: Associate in Arts – Music Concentration.

Who can I contact for more information about the course?

Please email the Division of Humanities and Learning Communities at humanitiesdean@bhcc.edu.