Humanities Arts Cultural Stu 0272 - Music Journalism for Radio

In this course, we will learn the basics of producing music pieces for public radio. We will first learn the basics of radio journalism, including reporting, recording, scriptwriting, production, and the effective use of music and ambient sound. Students will then produce three music-related pieces, including a vox pop, CD review, and a documentary feature in a style consistent with public radio. Students will also gain a working knowledge of sound editing techniques using ProTools software. In addition to regularly workshopping students' projects in class, we will discuss weekly reading and listening assignments that introduce students to creative public radio pieces focusing on music. Students can borrow digital recorders, microphones, and other equipment from Media Services. Prior college-level coursework in writing, journalism, media production, or ethnomusicology (or anthropology) is required.

Independent Work In this course students are expected to spend 8 hours weekly in preperation and work outside of class time.