Module Identifier DR32210  
Module Title SOUND DESIGN PROJECT  
Academic Year 2004/2005  
Co-ordinator Mr Nick Strong  
Semester Intended for use in future years  
Next year offered N/A  
Next semester offered N/A  
Other staff Mr Nick Strong  
Pre-Requisite DR22110  
Course delivery Seminars / Tutorials    
  Practical    
  Other   Project.  
Assessment
Assessment TypeAssessment Length/DetailsProportion
Semester Assessment Design, creation and operation of performance soundscape Assignment: A final edit of recordings, A recorded `notebook? (and paper documentation where appropriate) showing clear evidence of process, Cue sheets and further technical information (indicating means of delivery) as appropriate. Contribution in tutorial sessions and presentations at production meetings.100%

Brief description

Aims: This module will extend and develop the work of DR22110 by way of a design project that will constitute the sound design for one departmental production. The module will allow students who have shown an interest in the particular area of sound design to realize the design for a production both conceptually and practically.

Learning Outcomes: Upon completion module students should be able to:
Create and implement a sophisticated sound design for public performance.
Demonstrate a full understanding of the equipment and associated operational skills required for contemporary theatre and performance sound design.
Understand the planning and operational processes relevant to contemporary theatre and performance sound design.
Transferable Skills:
Planning and management skills.
Presentation skills.
Team skills
Communication skills.
IT skills.

Content:
Production Meetings with design team, tutors and director.
Design tutorials with relevant design staff.
Design, recording, and editing sessions as required.
Sound set up session.
Rehearsal and performance operation.

Content:
Production Meetings with design team, tutors and director.
Design tutorials with relevant design staff.
Design, recording, and editing sessions as required.
Sound set up session.
Rehearsal and performance operation.

Reading Lists

Books
** Recommended Text
John Eargle (1980) Sound Recording Oxford University Press
** Essential Reading
Graham Walne (1990) Sound for the Theatre A & C Black
David Collison (1978) Stage Sound Studio Vista
Kay & Lebrecht (1992) Sound and Music for the Theatre Phaidon
Graham Walne (1995) Effects for the theatre A & C Black
Rhys Davies (1997) An Alternative Guide to Modern Theatre Sound Design (Photocopies available from Department)
Neil Fraser (1989) Lighting and sound New York

Notes

This module is at CQFW Level 6