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Module 14: Sound Design and Production (Optional)

Suggested time: 6-8 hours

Foundational Objectives

Common Essential Learnings Foundational Objectives

Note: Other CELs may be emphasized.

Learning Objectives

Notes

14.1   To select, create, record, and run sound effects and incidental music for a production. (TL)

Discuss the following:

  • live to tape
  • CD/tape to tape; to CD
  • computer and CD-ROM (to tape if necessary)
  • cueing
  • levels—recording and playback
  • hardware
  • placing the sound.

Consult the Communication Production Technology Curriculum Guidelines.

14.2   To plan and execute a sound plot for a play.

Prepare a sound plot for the play using available equipment.

Run the sound cues for the play in a facility accessible to you.

Record sound effects selected/found and incidental music for a given play.

14.3   To practice safety precautions when working with sound equipment.

Throughout each activity, the principles of theatre safety should be reviewed and emphasized.

Practice the care and maintenance related to sound and video equipment:

  • never eat, drink or smoke in a sound booth
  • practice appropriate handling and storage of tapes, CDs and machines
  • consider electrical safety.
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