The Sound Training Centre offers a full range of courses covering all aspects of Music Technology.
All our course fees are complete and we do not charge separate exam fees for City and Guilds qualifications.
Ableton Live: Certified Beginner and Intermediate Course with Martin Clancy
Duration – 15 weeks
Fees – €1000
Start Date -Tuesday 24th September
Details -
The Sound Training Centre, In association with Martin Clancy, are pleased to announce a new series of courses in Ableton Live.
Martin is a Certified Ableton instructor with over 30 years of recording experience in the U.S. Indie & Dance music scene.
in 2011 Martin had 2 Top 40 hits in the U.S. Billboard Dance Charts & also featured in the U.K. Musicweek Dance Top 40.
Martin is “Artist in Residence” at New York’s Seaport Music Festival (Animal Collective, Dirty Projectors, etc)
Martin has produced a variety different genres (Dance, Jazz, Americana) & recorded a broad range of artists (Jack L & Camille O’Sullivan etc) using Ableton Live.
In 2011 Ableton Germany invited Martin to become one of the first Certified Ableton Trainers in Ireland.
It is our intention that Graduates gaining distinctions from their classes will be given the opportunity of professional work experience or to Remix a release for North America in 2013.
The beginner/intermediate course covers the Ableton essentials for both those starting out and those looking to brush up on their skill.
The course runs Tuesdays from 7-10 p.m.
Content includes:
– Ableton essentials
– Editing, Triggering, Arranging, Key Mapping
– Song Structure & Music compositon
- Creating and Configuring Midi Clips
- Creative Composition through Live (weekly development)
- Recording Audio
– Audio Processing
- Side Chaining (Dynamic Processors)
– Creating Music & Beats
– Mixing
– DJ’ing with Ableton
– Sampling
– Synthesizer
– Mastering
– Effect Design
- Ableton as a Cross Genre Application (Dance/Indie/Electronic/Jazz/Classical)
Ableton Live as a professional audio engineering DAW is the foundation of this course
Students receive an official ableton certification at the end of the course
Places are limited so early application is recommended
Ableton Live: Certified Advanced Course with Martin Clancy
Duration – 15 weeks
Fees – €1000
Details -
The emphasis of the advanced Ableton course is on practical work opportunities through knowledge of Ableton Live.
Students will be actively encouraged to develop their own unique approach to the software (composition/production or live performance) while gaining additional confidence in ancillary subjects.
Content Includes:
- Advanced MIDI
- Live Performance with Looper and Ableton Effects
- Professional Mixing
- Using External Controllers (iPad, Wii controllers, Launch Pads)
- Max for live
- Advanced Envelope editing
- Building Unique FX tracks
- Creative composition through Live (weekly development)
- Preparation for remixing
- Operator & Analogue Devices
- Sampler to Sampler (advanced sampling)
- Ableton “Push” Device, a detailed exploration
- Rewire and Jamming with Live (Multi-player Performance)
- The Bridge: Serato etc.
- Sound Design programming
- Film Soundtrack Synchronisation and Composition
- VJ: Triggering and Editing visuals through Ableton
Students receiving a distinction in their exams on this course, an international remix opportunity will be provided.
This course is supported by a dedicated email support line.
Practical Electronics for Musicians (FETAC Accredited)
Duration – 12 weeks
Start Date – Monday 27th May 2013
Fees – €1000
Details -
Tired of paying for repairs on your gear? Interested in building your own audio devices? Then this course is for you!
An exciting course introducing the world of electronics, geared towards musicians and audio professionals. Students will learn everything from the principles of electricity, circuit testing and measurement to all aspects of electronic project building and maintenance, including circuit design, component sourcing, circuit building, testing & debugging, project mounting and packaging, and circuit / loudspeaker enclosure construction.
Places are limited so early application is recommended
NEW! Live Sound Part Time
Duration – 31 weeks
Start Date – September 2013
Fees – €2995
Details -
Sound Training Centre is offering a new programme developed from a condensed version our hugely successful Live Sound Lighting and Stage Production Course, on a part time basis.
Our course will cover:
Live Sound Theory and Practical (In lab environments and the Button Factory venue)
Lighting theory and Practical (In lab environments and the Button Factory venue)
Computer Music Theory and Practical (In labs and recording studio)
The course will give opportunity for work experience to participants with a heavy emphasis on learning in a practical working venue.
Discounts are also available on a wide range of equipment for registered STC students
NEW! Introduction to Recording Weekend
Duration – 2-days
Dates - 22/23 June
Fees – €250
Details -
Sound Training Centre is offering a new “Introduction to recording” weekend course.
Over two days our aim is to look at ways of improving your recording skills as well as introduce you to more advanced techniques and equipment. The course will be taught in Elektra studios and the world class Apollo Studios.
Our course will cover:
Hardware and software overviews
Studio Set-up
Microphone Techniques
Editing
Mixing Techniques
As well as covering all of these topics we will provide one on one time to help each participant improve their specific recording and mixing situations. As part of this we provide after class assistance.
We will be limiting each course to a maximum of 8 students to maximise one on one time.
This course will be taught by sound engineer and STC Lecturer Andy Knightley (Kings Of Leon, David Gray, Josh Ritter and many more)
Course price €250 (refundable against future full or part time diploma courses)
Sound Engineering and Music Technology – Full Time
Duration – 32 Weeks
Fees – €5995
Start Date - September 2013
Accreditation – City and Guilds Level 3 Certificate in Multitrack Recording and Composition, STC diploma in Sound Engineering and Music Technology
Aim – This course is designed to give a comprehensive and thorough overview of the practices and technologies of the recording industry. This includes modules on studio recording practices, analog and software based mixing and processing, composition skills, music business, electronics, acoustic treatment, music technology, sequencing and synthesis.
Students participating in this course will be expected to achieve the following outcomes:
- Participate in at least 4 professional client-based recording studio projects during term
- Develop a number of complex musical compositions/productions using studio and computer-based technologies
- Understand the music business infrastructure (Sectors, Roles, Responsibilities etc.
- Understand the role of audio in various multi-media settings
- Develop a professional acumen through experience-based projects
- Develop entrepreneurial skills (freelance, publishing, recording contracts etc.)
Entry Criteria – This course requires a good level of english and basic computer skills before entry. Entry is then determined after an interview has taken place.
Additional Fees – Fees include a €1000 deposit which must be paid on application.
Discounts are also available on a wide range of equipment for registered STC students
Advanced Sound and Music Technology – Full Time
Duration – 32 Weeks
Start Date – September 2013
Fees – €5995
Accreditation City and Guilds level 3 Diploma in Sound Engineering and Music Technology, STC Diploma in Advanced Music Production
Aim – The second year of our sound engineering programme immerses the student in a professional working environment for the duration of the course. Along with an engaging academic programme, students are given the opportunity to undertake work experience in our two main studios, Apollo and Grouse Lodge, and work with some of the finest artists in the Irish music industry in developing projects such as our recent chatity album. View the Facebook Page
Students participating in this course will cover topics including:
- Analogue Recording – NEVE / SSL Consoles
- Digital Recording – Protools HD Accel 3 – Procontrol and Control 24
- Live Sound Reinforcement
- Advanced Music Technology
- Music Business Infrastructure
- Logic Audio – Csound
- Advanced Music Theory
- Unrivalled studio access and development opportunities
Entry Criteria – Entry to this programme is based on an interview process. At least one years previous experience in the field of sound engineering and music technology is required, along with a good level of english and computer literacy.
Additional Fees – Fees include a €1000 deposit which must be paid on application.
Discounts are also available on a wide range of equipment for registered STC students
Live Sound, Lighting and Stage Production – Full Time
Duration – 32 Weeks (Monday – Thursday)
Fees – €5995
Start Date - September 2013
Accreditation – City & Guilds 7603 Level 3 Award, STC Diploma in Live Sound and Stage Production
Aim – The Irish live sound industry in booming at this point in time, with more festival and concert events than ever before. The goal of this course is to fully prepare the student to work in all areas of this dynamic and exciting field. The Live Sound programme utilises one of Dublin’s finest music venues, the Button Factory, as its primary training facility.
Students are instructed on all the aspects of a live production from stage management, to front of house sound and on-stage monitoring. Students run their own events in the music venue. Live sound students are among the most successful alumni of the college and this is expected to continue long into the future.
Students participating in this course will cover topics including
- Front of House Sound
- Lighting Systems
- Health and Safety
- Live Sound Systems and Backline
- Stage Production
- Employment Opportunities
- Recording Skills
- Audio Sequencing and Software
Entry Criteria – This course requires a good level of english and basic computer skills before entry. Entry is then determined after an interview has taken place.
Additional Fees – Fees include a €1000 deposit which must be paid on application.
Discounts are also available on a wide range of equipment for registered STC students
Sound and Music Technology – Part Time
Duration – 31 Weeks (2 eves per week)
Fees – €2995 per annum
Start Date – September 2013
Accreditation
Year 1
- Sound Training Centre – Certificate in Sound Engineering and Music Technology.
- City and Guilds Level 3 Certificate in Multitrack Recording and Composition
Year 2
- Sound Training Centre – Diploma in Advanced Sound Engineering and Music Technology.
- City and Guilds Level 3 diploma in Sound Engineering.
Aim – The Sound Training Centre has developed a new part-time sound and music technology course in conjunction with leading recording studios and industry professionals. This is a two-year programme with a City and Guilds certificate in the first year, moving onto a higher qualification in second year. The course focuses on all aspects of music production and covers an intense range of topics. It is designed to uncover novice to advanced concepts within a creative environment. The programme is based on continuous assessment centred on “hands on” projects.
The aim of this course is to provide the student with a comprehensive introduction to the following areas:
- Sound Engineering Practices
- Music Theory
- Music Production
- ProTools Systems
- Audio Theory and Principles
- Music Technology
- Reason
- Logic Audio
- Sound Design
- Synthesis/ Music Programming
- Advanced Audio Editing
- Remixing
- Aural Analysis
- Session/ Project Management
- Midi Systems
Entry Criteria – This course requires a good level of english and basic computer skills before entry. Entry is then determined after an interview has taken place.
Additional Fees – Fees include a €1000 deposit each year which must be paid on application.
Discounts are also available on a wide range of equipment for registered STC students
Electronic Production – Part Time
Duration – 15 Weeks
Fees – €1000
Start Date – Wednesday 25th September 2013
Accreditation – Sound Training Centre Certificate.
Aim – A course designed by STC for the modern musician. Modern electronic music production places new technical demands on the modern composer. This course introduces the theories and practical implementations of the techniques that underpin electronic music production. The course is delivered using the following music software applications:
- Logic Audio
- Reason
- Various Offline Audio processing applications
Course Deposit: €300 (made payable on application)
DJ and Production – Part Time
Duration – 15 Weeks
Fees – €1000
Start Date – Thursday 26th September 2013
Accreditation – Sound Training Centre Certificate.
Aim – This Course is designed to meet the needs of aspiring DJ’s and Producers. The course is aimed at the beginner and covers a wide range of content including the following:
- Basic – Advanced Mixing techniques
- Live Configurations and Signal Flow
- Technical Background
- Purchasing Recorded Materials
- Basic Music Structure (Beats etc.)
- Developing Your Own Style
- Scratch Techniques
- Radio DJ
- Live DJ Performance
- Music Production (Reason, Abelton Live etc.)
- Self Promotion
This course will be delivered by industry recognised professionals and will mainly be delivered in a ‘Hands-on’ workshop environment.
Please contact the Sound Training Centre for subsequent course start dates.
Lecturers – Timmy and Tommy + Guest Lecturers
Entry Criteria – This course requires a good level of english and basic computer skills.
Course Deposit: €300 (made payable on application)
Sound Engineering Summer Camp
Duration – 1 week €250 or 2 weeks €400 options Monday-Friday 10-3pm
Fees – €250
Accreditation – Completion Certificate & Final Track Mix!!
Aim – SUMMER SOUNDS!!
Start Date – Courses begin July 2013
This is an exciting new addition to our courses.
For all the budding music producers and sound engineers out there, here is your chance to spend a week or two in our amazing studios and music production suites.
During your time with us you will get an introduction to music production and sound engineering and will also record a band during the week, leaving at the end with a finished mix of your own!
This course is geared towards secondary school students.
All enquiries by telephone 01 670 9033 or email to soundtrainingcentre@gmail.com
Entry Criteria – Entrance to this programme is open to all
STC Introduction