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Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

1. Be proficient in using music production software, digital audio workstations (DAWs) and other relevant music technology tools.
2. Have the ability to critically listen to and analyze various genres of music, identifying production techniques and sonic characteristics.

Admission Requirements

Admission to a minor is open to students declared in a bachelor’s degree, the A.A.B. or A.A.S. degree or the A.T.S. degree (not Individualized Program major). Students declared only in the A.A. or A.S. degree or the A.T.S. degree in Individualized Program may not declare a minor. Students may not pursue a minor and a major in the same discipline.

• Delivery:
  • In person
• Location:
  • Stark Campus

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

1. Perform from a variety of musical styles, composers and eras based on their area of musical interest.
2. Analyze music from a variety of musical styles, composers and eras based on their area of musical interest.
3. Create music from a variety of musical styles, composers and eras based on their area of musical interest.

Admission Requirements

Admission to a minor is open to students declared in a bachelor’s degree, the A.A.B. or A.A.S. degree or the A.T.S. degree (not Individualized Program major). Students declared only in the A.A. or A.S. degree or the A.T.S. degree in Individualized Program may not declare a minor. Students may not pursue a minor and a major in the same discipline.

Students with a solo performance focus are required to do a program/scholarship audition to participate in applied lessons and select ensembles.

• Delivery:
  • In person
• Location:
  • ºìÐÓÊÓƵ Campus
  • Stark Campus

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

1. Create music that is informed by the study of the history, theory and performance practice of jazz.
2. Analyze music that is informed by the study of the history, theory and performance practice of jazz.
3. Perform music that is informed by the study of the history, theory and performance practice of jazz.

Admission Requirements

Admission to this minor is selective. Students are required to do a program/scholarship audition. Information regarding audition days and requirements can be found at www.kent.edu/music/undergraduate-audition, or inquiries can be sent to musicadmission@kent.edu.

• Delivery:
  • In person
• Location:
  • ºìÐÓÊÓƵ Campus

Full Description

The Bachelor of Science degree in Music Technology prepares students as musicians within a broad field of constantly changing technology. Students study in courses that develop expertise in music computer technology for application in the recording industry, audio-engineering and music production.

The development of music technology has had an enormous impact on the music industry. There are many career opportunities for talented musicians in music technology. Skilled musicians can apply formal training to recording careers, studio performance, arranging or producing and live performances. Opportunities are also available in non-traditional, contemporary popular music venues, the movie industry, television, multi-media events and music for advertising, as well as traditional performing arts venues. The growth of music technology has made knowledge and experience in this area a necessity for all students preparing for a career in any area of the music industry. To compete effectively in the contemporary music world, one must possess a strong traditional music background, plus the technical expertise required to make the most of a rapidly changing and developing technology.

The Music Technology major comprises the following concentrations:

• The Audio Recording concentration provides students the opportunity to learn advanced audio recording techniques.
• The Music Production concentration provides students the opportunity to learn how to use technology to realize creative work such as original music, arranging and production.
• The Performance concentration provides students who want to perform the necessary technological tools to succeed in the modern music industry.

Admission Requirements

The university affirmatively strives to provide educational opportunities and access to students with varied backgrounds, those with special talents and adult students.

First-Year Students on the ºìÐÓÊÓƵ Campus: First-year admission policy on the ºìÐÓÊÓƵ Campus is selective. Admission decisions are based upon cumulative grade point average, strength of high school college preparatory curriculum and grade trends. Students not admissible to the ºìÐÓÊÓƵ Campus may be administratively referred to one of the seven regional campuses to begin their college coursework. For more information, visit the .

First-Year Students on the Regional Campuses: First-year admission to ºìÐÓÊÓƵ State’s campuses at Ashtabula, East Liverpool, Geauga, Salem, Stark, Trumbull and Tuscarawas, as well as the Twinsburg Academic Center, is open to anyone with a high school diploma or its equivalent. For more information on admissions, contact the Regional Campuses admissions offices.

International Students: All international students must provide proof of proficiency of the English language (unless they meet specific exceptions) through the submission of an English language proficiency test score or by completing English language classes at ºìÐÓÊÓƵ State’s English as a Second Language Center before entering their program. For more information, visit the admissions website for international students.

Former Students: Former ºìÐÓÊÓƵ State students who have not attended another institution since ºìÐÓÊÓƵ State and were not academically dismissed will complete the re-enrollment process through the Financial, Billing and Enrollment Center. Former students who attended another college or university since leaving ºìÐÓÊÓƵ State must apply for admissions as a transfer or post-undergraduate student.

Transfer Students: Students who attended an educational institution after graduating from high school or earning their GED must apply as transfer students. For more information, visit the admissions website for transfer students.

Admission policies for undergraduate students may be found in the University Catalog's .

Students may be required to meet certain criteria to progress in their program. Any progression requirements will be listed on the program's Coursework tab

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

1. Function as competent and versatile professional studio musicians who perform in diverse commercial music venues.
2. Compose and arrange music.
3. Create appropriate sound for visual media.
4. Create music productions of professional quality.
5. Produce professional audio recordings, both live and in studio, from start to finish.

Roadmaps

Audio Recording Concentration

This roadmap is a recommended semester-by-semester plan of study for this program. Students will work with their advisor to develop a sequence based on their academic goals and history. Courses designated as critical (!) must be completed in the semester listed to ensure a timely graduation.

Music Production Concentration

This roadmap is a recommended semester-by-semester plan of study for this program. Students will work with their advisor to develop a sequence based on their academic goals and history. Courses designated as critical (!) must be completed in the semester listed to ensure a timely graduation.

Performance Concentration

This roadmap is a recommended semester-by-semester plan of study for this program. Students will work with their advisor to develop a sequence based on their academic goals and history. Courses designated as critical (!) must be completed in the semester listed to ensure a timely graduation.

• Delivery:
  • In person
• Location:
  • Stark Campus

The B.S. degree in Music Technology is approved by the National Association of Schools of Music.