Digital Music Seminars for High School and CollegesThese classes are given as private lessons, or in conjuction with programs at schools. Clinics and seminars designed for both students and teachers will be tailored to the specific needs of the individual and/or school. Wasserman will speak directly with students, as well atheir instructors and/or curriculum advisors before classes to create a custom clinic that reinforces what the student and teacher's are looking for or what will reinforce what is currently being studied. For on-site clinics, preparation materials will be sent in advance so that students can study and practice for the upcoming clinic. These materials will prepare students for actual hands-on participation. The primary focus of all clinics is to show how digital music tools can open new avenues of expression by adding the capability of performing melody, harmony and rhythm simultaneously. The musician is then able to express musical ideas that go beyond standard mehtods alone. This is demonstrated by discussion and musical examples of the following concepts and techniques:
Workshops in MIDIIntroductory level Introduction to the concept of MIDI presentation (with handbook) of the language of MIDI. Concepts include:
Intermediate level
Master class in approaches to electronic instrumental performance
Music Profession Career SeminarsAndy Wasserman gives seminars and private lessons to prepare students for jobs as professional musicians in many areas of today's marketplace. Some of the courses of study and preparations for further study at colleges and universities include: 1) The Scoring for TV, video, film and radio lessons offer the student an opportunity to develop the necessary skills to compose and edit music for film and video by interweaving advanced music skills, technical proficiency and dramatic interpretation. 2) The Music Production and Engineering curriculum gives the student extensive hands-on training in studios equipped to meet professional standards. Working with fellow student musicians and faculty members in the recording studio, program participants will become familiar with the principles and practices of engineering and creative production techniques necessary to meet the challenges of changing technology and future stylistic genres. Learning to adapt to the role of producer and/or engineer, students develop the interpersonal skills needed to guide each project through the recording process to all participants' satisfaction. 3) Sound Design curriculum explores the world of electronic sound creation and manipulation and offers the opportunity to build a portfolio of original synthesized or processed sounds for a variety of musical situations and instrumental combinations. Classes will give an introduction to the nature of sound and the software tools which allow the sound designer to create their magic. This aspect of the training is designed to take the student through all the steps a professional sound designer goes through in the process of creating and editing sound for everything from video games to motion pictures. 4) Digital Music for Multimedia curriculum teaches the fundamentals of audio production for CD-ROM, DVD and the Web, and includes introductions to video and programming concepts that will enable the student to work collaboratively with other multimedia professionals. Courses teach fundamental music and audio skills in the vast field known as multimedia. Andy Wasserman will present the fundamental building blocks of multimedia from the standpoint of music and sound recording and interactive media design. 5) Computer Music curriculum emphasizes computer programming skills and their application toward innovation in sound design, performance and composition. 6) The Recording Studio and Production experience provides students an intense, comprehensive and well-rounded education in fundamental areas of a basic audio curriculum. The program will cover analog recording, digital recording, computerized music, sound for film and television, the entertainment business, the audio engineer's role, studio maintenance and an introduction to music-for- video production. 7) Digital Audio Workstation Engineering lessons will introduce this technology and its use in all aspects of digital audio workstation recording including music, sound effects and dialog editing. Students are trained in the basic elements of computer technology as they relate to analog-to-digital conversion, digital imaging, and sound for music and visual post production. These elements are applied in a nonlinear, tapeless recording environment. 8) The Studio Recording Engineering curriculum is designed to introduce basic recording principles and techniques. Beginning with an introduction to recording industry careers, students are taught the principles of sound, the operation of studio equipment and protocol for the jobs found in recording environments. Labs are held in a a studio setting in order to provide a universal understanding of basic audio recording. Wasserman teaches students the principals and techniques for creating professional recordings. Students learn the specialized techniques used in audio and post productions. Learn to record and mix from an artistic point of view. Classes and hands-on studio experiences will encompasses techniques taught in all other classes bringing the artist out of every digital musician. 9) MIDI Courses : Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI) is the electronic marriage of music and computer technology that has revolutionized music composition, recording and arrangement. Students will be introduced to the history of the MIDI concept, its basic principles and techniques, MIDI production values, tapeless recording, MIDI effects, synchronization, troubleshooting and design of MIDI systems, and the effect of MIDI on the modern recording engineer/musician. Students learn how to interface computers with musical instruments for recording and live performance applications. See Workshops in MIDI section above. 10) Music Performance for Studio Production and Scoring curriculum will develop a musician's instrumental approach to covering the fundamentals of music production. Students break down music to its individual instrumental parts, in order to understand the art of producing sounds. Students will be encouraged to participate in playing instruments for class assignments. Applying the music production techniques. Students actively create and produce musical parts to form a mix. Extensive overdubbing situations push the student to new musical awareness. Building the firm understanding of the writing and aural recognition of notation, intervals, scales, chords and basic harmony provides a solid foundations for all other concepts taught. Creation and perception of musical tones, string, wind, percussion and electronic instruments from an acoustic view. Emphasis will be on listening and each instrument's role in the group setting as well as practical ensemble playing skills such as time keeping, cues, balance and dynamics. How these skills translate from the acoustic to electronic mediums (i.e. - digital sampling, synthesis, wave form modeling, etc.)
Private Lessons in MusicAndy Wasserman offers musical instruction in his Schooley's Mountain music learning center, with a personalized approach, reasonable rates and flexible scheduling. He currently sees 25-30 private students each week, and has openings available for children, teens and adults in the following areas of study:
Styles include classical, jazz, blues, pop, contempory and showtunes/standards. Also offering -
George Russell's Lydian Chromatic Concept of Tonal OrganizationAndy Wasserman has been working closely with NEA Jazz master, New England Conservatory of Music Faculty Member, MacArthur 'genius' grant recipient and Guggenheim Fellow George Russell since 1980 on the revision of Russell's world-renowned theoretical classic "The Lydian Chromatic Concept of Tonal Organization" as both editorial assistant, notation copyist, typographer and desktop publishing layout artist. Wasserman gives private lessons in the "Concept" and is available for seminars and courses as per arrangements with George Russell. Below is a statement written by George Russell dated March 1, 1995 describing his relationship with Andy Wasserman: "I am pleased to recommend Andy Wasserman as a most extraordinary musician, educator, performer, innovator and thoroughly dedicated artist. I have know Mr. Wasserman since 1978 when he was a student of mine at the New England Conservatory of Music. The level of his musical and intellectual ability was so high that he very soon began to work with me on editing and researching my second and third theoretical books, the further expansion of my first publication "George Russell's Lydian Chromatic Concept of Tonal Organization." Mr. Wasserman brought new insights to the work, as well as lending his very substantial abilities in organization and writing. He is still assisting me with this work, and displays a deep dedication to it, as to all things he does. At the Conservatory, he also took over my classes when I was on tour with my orchestra and assisted me in preparing and conducting seminars, both at the Conservatory and privately. He is one of very few people qualified to teach the Lydian Chromatic Concept in its entirety. Mr. Wasserman is unique in a time which does not encourage individuality. He is persistent in his insistence on quality and excellence. I feel that any institution or enterprise would be wise to have him in its employ, and I ask that you give him your most serious consideration." Most sincerely, George Russell
Teacher-Training SeminarsIn his teacher-training workshops, Andy Wasserman shares a wealth of expertise in determining what gets children excited about learning. These sessions focus on giving educators from diverse backgrounds the materials and methods that enable them to make accessible connections between world culture studies and music, language arts, science & technology, geography and the fine arts. Participants will have an opportunity to raise questions relevant to their experience, choose from a variety of pertinent topics for discussion, like using basic rhythm techniques for helping maintain classroom discipline and enjoy some music making as well. Andy Wasserman has been presenting Teacher-Training Seminars since 1982. Designed for educators with or without musical training. Attendees will receive abundant resource materials written and compiled by Andy Wasserman.
Making Music From Around the WorldEveryone participates during this vibrant demonstration of 30 authentic wind, string and percussion instruments made from fifteen different natural materials. Volunteers get many opportunities to join in the show while enjoying a kaleidoscope of sounds representing Asian, African and South American cultures. This engaging presentation takes the audience on a voyage using music as the means of travel, offering a wealth of information about the similarities and differences between many of the world's cultures through entertaining non-stop live interaction. Andy Wasserman has been presenting Making Music From Around the World since 1979. This is an original Arts-in-Education Program created, produced and performed by Andy Wasserman. Primarily designed for Schools, Libraries, Multicultural Festivals, Family Events and Special Needs Populations.
Instruments: Ancient & FutureAndy Wasserman has the audience travel through time, combining a virtual cornucopia of computerized music technology alongside ethnic instruments from around the world to illustrate where music has been and where it is going. Connections between instruments past and present are explained and demonstrated using synthesizer keyboards, digital samplers, electronic drums, and a laptop computer. Volunteers from the audience get numerous opportunities during the show to join a "world beat" jam using both acoustic and electronic instruments, including participation in the creation of a musical soundtrack for an imaginary movie. Andy Wasserman has been presenting Instruments: Ancient & Future since 1990. This program may be booked independently or as a follow-up show to Making Music From Around The World. This is an original Arts-in-Education Program created, produced and performed by Andy Wasserman. Primarily designed for Schools, Libraries, Multicultural Festivals, Family Events and Special Needs Populations.
Using Multimedia Technology - A Journey Through World CulturesWasserman gives students an insider's perspective into the exciting world of multimedia by demonstrating his interactive multimedia CD-ROM entitled BEAT OF THE BLUE PLANET. This state-of-the-art educational software title explores 107 musical instruments linked to the cultural backgrounds of 15 countries from eleven regions of the world. The hands-on workshop illustrates the creative process Andy implemented while developing the complete content along with the interface design. Audio, video, graphics and text elements are examined, and live music with authentic ethnic wind, string and percussion instruments is also included in the program. For more information on Beat of the Blue Planet Interactive CD-ROM, see the World Cultures Specialist Section of this website.
Special Workshops in World Music for Grades K-12Andy Wasserman gives students more in-depth, hands-on perspectives in workshops designed for groups of 30 students or less. These are structured based on input from the school, meeting specific grade level and subject matter requirements as they relate to the following curriculum categories: Science & Technology 1. Materials in nature from which ethnic instruments are constructed. 2. Fundamentals of acoustics and sound; how they relate to instrument design and construction. 3. How the music heard today on CD, TV, radio and multimedia is created in high-tech recording environments and film soundstages using computers and digital instrumentation. Social Studies/World Cultures Exploring how we as Americans can learn to appreciate different cultures by studying their musical styles. Specific focus can include countries of the Orient, South America and West Africa. Study in Music 1. Scales, tonality and rhythmic elements from various cultures around the world. 2. Using improvisation and compositional ideas inspired by world music. 3. Learning more about the families of wind, string and percussion instruments from around the world. 4. Creating music with the new electronic technology. Special focus on programming, sequencing, composition, arranging, and sound design. Introduction to Scoring for TV, film and video. Language Arts Creating the connections between language and music with emphasis on the oral traditions of West Africa. Life Experience Discussions within the question and answer format on topics relating to the experiences and goals of a contemporary professional musician and arts-in-education specialist. Includes the artist's background, training, and suggestions to students interested in making music a part of their career.
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