1. SOUND CREATION & EDITING NAME:

2. OBJECTIVES 1. Be able to create a sound file using online software. 2. Be able to apply basic and advanced effects to an MP3 file. 3. Be able to plan a music edit with a self recorded audio file. 4. Be able to import an mp3 and remix it. 5. Be able to peer and self-assess work.

3. OBJ – BE ABLE TO CREATE A SOUND FILE USING ONLINE SOFTWARE. (4C) 2  Go to WWW.SOUNDATION.COMWWW.SOUNDATION.COM  SIGN UP  FREE ACCOUNT  Email: firstname.surname@johnmadejskiacademy.co.uk  Password: soundation  LOGIN to the Studio  Create a piece of music using the sample files!  Save your project.

4. DO NOW TASK – VOCABULARY (5C) (5 MIN) EXPLAIN THE FOLLOWING TERMS + PROVIDE AN EXAMPLE  BPM (BEAT PER MINUTE) –  TIME STRETCH –  TRIM –  FADE IN –  FADE OUT –

5. OBJ – BE ABLE TO CREATE A SOUND FILE USING ONLINE SOFTWARE. (4C) CONTINUED RECAP – explain and provide an example below  What skills did you learn and apply in the lesson?  Where have you heard these skills before? Provide example.

6. OBJ – BE ABLE TO CREATE A SOUND FILE USING ONLINE SOFTWARE. (4C) CONTINUED RECAP – explain and provide an example below  What did you struggle with?  How will you address this in upcoming lessons?

7. DO NOW TASK – VOCABULARY (5C) (5 MIN) EXPLAIN THE FOLLOWING TERMS + PROVIDE AN EXAMPLE  IMPORT –  EXPORT –  INTERFACE –  LAYERING –

8. OBJ – BE ABLE TO CREATE A SOUND FILE USING ONLINE SOFTWARE. (6C/B) 2 For this project you will create the backing track to vocals. This is a timed assessment which you must complete within these lessons.  LOGIN to the SOUNDATION Studio  Import an Acapella Track  Create a piece of music using the sample files  You must include – Beat, bass and instrument (i.e. synth, hi hat)  Save your project  Export your project as a WAV

9. OBJ - BE ABLE TO APPLY BASIC/ADV EFFECTS TO AN MP3 FILE. (5B) SCREEN SHOT  SCREEN SHOT YOUR AUDIO PROJECT  EXPLAIN THE IMAGE

10. OBJ – KNOW THE VOCABULARY (5C) EXPLAIN THE FOLLOWING TERMS + PROVIDE AN EXAMPLE  CROSS FADE –  MUTE –  SOLO –  INSTRUMENTAL –  ACAPELLA –

11. OBJ - BE ABLE TO APPLY BASIC/ADV EFFECTS TO AN MP3 FILE. (5A) 1  Open AUDACITY.  FILE  IMPORT  AUDIO.  Import SOUNDATION Track (Mixdown) into Audactiy.  Import the Acapella track  Use the ENVELOPE and TIME SHIFT tools to mix them.  Export your mix to MP3. http://www.freeaudacitytutorials.com/category/beginner-tutorials/

12. DO NOW TASK – VOCABULARY (5C) (5 MIN) EXPLAIN THE FOLLOWING TERMS + PROVIDE AN EXAMPLE  ENVELOPE TOOL –  TIME SHIFT TOOL –  PITCH SHIFT –  SAMPLING –  EFFECTS –

13. OBJ – CREATE YOUR OWN MUSIC USING SAMPLES AND TRACKS. (4A/5C) 2  Open Audacity  Create an intro in the style of a radio DJ to introduce your audio.  You will need to:  Record speech, apply effects and add a background instrumental  Import your SOUNDATION/ACAPELLA Track  Add Effects  Export your mix to MP3.

14. OBJ - BE ABLE TO PLAN AND CREATE A PIECE OF MUSIC. (4A/5C) File NameTime in TrackEffect

15. OBJ - BE ABLE TO APPLY BASIC/ADV EFFECTS TO AN MP3 FILE. (5B) SCREEN SHOT  SCREEN SHOT YOUR AUDIO PROJECT  EXPLAIN THE IMAGE

16. OBJ – PEER AND SELF EVALUATE YOUR FINISHED MUSIC MIX. (4A/5C) 1  Pick a partner to work with.  Complete a Peer Assessment on each other’s finished music file.  Complete your self-assessment.

17. PEER ASSESSMENT Reviewers Name: Write down two things that you think are very good about this person’s work. 1. 2. Write down one thing that you think could be improved upon, giving a reason why. 1.

18. OBJ – SELF-ASSESS YOUR WORK. (5C) PART 1  Write down what you have learnt (skills/knowledge) during this project?  What do you like the most about your mix?

19. OBJ – SELF-ASSESS YOUR WORK. (5C) PART 2  How could you improve your mix?  How did you ensure your mix was suitable for the audience?

20. TEACHER ASSESSMENT – LEVEL ? FINAL PROJECT Feedback: Target for improvement: Student Comments:

21. LevelEvidenceAchieved 4They combine recordings with sound files downloaded from the internet. 4They create a suitable music remix using audacity and or an online tool. 4They are able to store the sound files in a sensibly named folder in their area and access them whenever required. 5They are able to explain what is good about their work and what they can do to improve their work. They act upon their own or other’s suggestions to make the necessary improvement. 5They apply various effects to their sound file using Audacity and include at least one advanced tool (envelope).