Miskin Theatre Assignment

Assignment Cover Sheet

Assignment Reference:

T2.1 Level 3 Diploma in Music

Brief IVd By: A Pettitt

Title:

MIDI Music

PASSED: 9/1/15 /RETURNED

Units:

Unit 37 Functional Music Keyboard (GC 1-3)

Unit 32 Sequencing Systems and Techniques (GC1-4)

Timing within Course:

Yr 1, Term 2, 2015

Date Set:

02/02/15

Submission Deadlines:

19/02/14

Special Considerations/
Resources:

Independent study and time management is essential.

Access to internet required. All sequencing work must be available on the software
provided in your workspaces. All uploads must be tagged.

Tutors in charge of Assignment:

Btec Level 3 Diploma in Music Tech

Matt Power

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1st Year Level 3 Diploma in Music TERM 1
Producer in charge of Assignment: Matt Power
Evidence: You will need a Tumblr and Soundcloud account for this unit. Evidence will be in the form of blogs/logs, observed participation, director
observation, video recordings and research notes
This project is inextricably linked to all other performances

Grading Criteria: Pass, Merit or Distinction are attainable.

English and Maths: This project may include embedded functional skills in English and Maths. Please bear in mind your industry requires eloquent
use of English and accurate use of figures.
Note on copyright and plagiarism: This process will require independent research. Copying from the internet and additional sources is not appropriate
and violates copyright and will be classed as plagiarism unless fully annotated and credited. You must make your work your own. We need to see that
you have an understanding of the areas that you have researched. Copying work directly from ANY source will not be tolerated. If you quote ANY
existing material you must put it in quotation marks and in brackets, attribute the source / author. For example: Copying is cheating (Robbie
McGovan, 2013, Miskin Theatre)

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The Brief in Detail MIDI Music

MIDI Music (Unit 32 and 37)

Scenario: TV, radio, film and advertising companies will often look to audio production companies to assist with their
product. They may be looking for sound effects, songs and other compositions, sound design and voice recordings. You
will create a portfolio of work and website that promotes it, complete with a How to Use Logic guide.
TASKS
Task 1:
You must create at least one track using MIDI (software instruments) and one track using Audio, although you are
encouraged to provide a variety of material: jingles; cover versions and short original scores/compositions. Try to show a
level of competency with this, using appropriate techniques. Once you have achieved a level of competency, try to show
imagination and creativity and mastery of sequencing skills (U32 GC2&3, U37 GC2&3)
Task 2:
Create a How to Use Logic Guide that describes the hardware and software used in the creation of your work in Task
1 and Task 2. It must explain/illustrate/analyse the terminology related to sequencing. Including how to record and edit
both Audio and MIDI, mixing and bouncing down. Include a block diagram of the computer, keyboard, soundcard,
speakers etc. (U32 GC1+4, GC37 GC1)
Evidence: Observation; MP3s uploaded to Tumblr; Word processed User Guide.
SUBMISSION DEADLINES: 19/02/15

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Miskin Theatre Grading Criteria Sheet (Please see your brief)

Qualification: Diploma in Music

Name:

Project: MIDI Music

Unit Title: 37 The Functional Music Keyboard

Criteria: 1-3

Initials:

I.V.:

To achieve a pass grade the

evidence must show the learner is
able to:

To achieve a merit grade the

evidence must show the learner is
able to:

To achieve a distinction grade the evidence

must show the learner is able to:

P1
perform technical
exercises competently, with few
errors
P2
describe the different
functions of a keyboard

M1
perform technical
exercises competently and
accurately
M2
explain the different
functions of a keyboard

D1
perform technical exercises
accurately and fluently

P3 use a keyboard to input

and shape MIDI data
competently, with few errors

M3
use a keyboard to input
and shape MIDI data
competently and accurately

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D2 comment critically on the different

functions of a
keyboard
D3
use a keyboard to input and shape
MIDI data accurately and fluently

Date:

Evidence

Grade
achieved

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Miskin Theatre Grading Criteria Sheet (Please see your brief)

Qualification: Level 3 BTEC Diploma in Music

Name:

Project: MIDI Music

Unit Title: 32 Sequencing Systems and Techniques

Criteria: 1-4

Initials:

I.V.:

To achieve a pass grade the

evidence must show the learner is
able to:

To achieve a merit grade the

evidence must show the learner is
able to:

To achieve a distinction grade the evidence

must show the learner is able to:

P1
set up computer and
peripheral MIDI hardware safely
and competently with limited
tutor support
P2
realise musical ideas
using MIDI sequencing skills

M1
set up computer and
peripheral MIDI hardware safely
and competently with total
independence
M2
realise musical ideas
using MIDI sequencing skills
competently
M3
realise musical ideas
using audio sequencing skills
competently and accurately
M4 illustrate the terminology
associated with music
sequencing techniques

D1
set up computer and peripheral
MIDI hardware safely and competently
demonstrating mastery of the processes
involved
D2
realise musical ideas using MIDI
sequencing skills with confidence and flair

P3 realise musical ideas

using audio sequencing skills
P4 explain the terminology
associated with music
sequencing techniques

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D3
realise musical ideas using audio
sequencing skills with confidence and flair
D4 analyse the terminology associated
with music sequencing techniques

Date:

Evidence

Grade
achieved