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Master of Science in Recording Arts

Program Overview

Students refine skills in sound recording, aesthetics, multi-track recording, digital signal processing, automated mixing, synchronization, stereo imaging and monitoring, mastering and post-production.

CU Denver's Master of Science in Recording Arts offers a comprehensive interdisciplinary curriculum that spans physics, acoustics, audio engineering, music, broadcast, medicine, psychology, multimedia, theater, and film/video. Focused on innovation and design, this program uniquely emphasizes music technology, fostering skill development in sound recording, mixing, mastering, production, and post-production. Students refine expertise in digital signal processing, automated mixing, stereo imaging, and more. Notably, it pioneers a pedagogy track, preparing graduates for diverse careers in mass communications, arts, entertainment, and education, while also supporting the advancement of audio professionals, future music educators, and researchers.

Program Description

CU Denver's Master of Science in Recording Arts offers a comprehensive interdisciplinary curriculum that spans physics, acoustics, audio engineering, music, broadcast, medicine, psychology, multimedia, theater, and film/video. Focused on innovation and design, this program uniquely emphasizes music technology, fostering skill development in sound recording, mixing, mastering, production, and post-production. Students refine expertise in digital signal processing, automated mixing, stereo imaging, and more. Notably, it pioneers a pedagogy track, preparing graduates for diverse careers in mass communications, arts, entertainment, and education, while also supporting the advancement of audio professionals, future music educators, and researchers.

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