Introduction to Electronic Music

INSTRUCTOR: NEIL BUCKANAGA JR.

SUBJECT AREA: MUSIC ELECTIVE

This course is designed for students that have an interest and curiosity about how popular music is created. Introduction to Garageband will take students through the process of understanding the fundamentals of music creation, including standard vocabulary, song structure, and technical software application. Students will complete this course with a working understanding of how beats are produced; a practical understanding of Garageband software; and 2-3 completed tracks that will be presented publicly.

GOAL:
Students will develop a basic understanding of electronic music production. Upon completion of this course the student will:
•Know Garageband software operation;
•Know basic music vocabulary;
•Understand basic electronic music structure;
•Understand basic music structure and flow;
•Create 2-3 tracks for public presentation.

MN STATE STANDARDS MET:
Strand 1: Artistic Foundation
Standard 1. Demonstrate knowledge of the foundations of the art area.
Standard 2. Demonstrate knowledge and use of the technical skills of the
art form including technology when applicable.

Strand 2: Create/Make
Standard 1: Create/make in a variety of contexts in the art area using the
artistic foundations.

Strand 3: Perform/Present
Standard 1: Perform/Present in a variety of contexts in the art area using the
artistic foundations.

Strand 4: Respond/Critique
Standard 1: Respond to and critique a variety of creations or performances
using the artistic foundations.