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Summary

For this project, I watch Mr LeDuc’s array of tutorials that he provided to learn the basics of Premier Pro and edit his interview with James Clark. I started by watching through the entire 40 minute interview while noting down moments that i found important and or interesting. After this was done, I cut out all of the extra material. I did this until the video was close to the 2 minute mark. After this I cut out all of the Uhms and Ahhs and added B-roll to cover the jump cuts. After this process was complete, I was left with a fully edited interview.

Terms and Concepts

Keyboard Shortcut

• V – Selection tool
• Q – Cuts everything to the left
• W – Cuts everything to the right
• Cmd, K – Makes a cut
• \ – Shows the entire timeline
• Home – Moves the cursor to the beginning of the timeline
• I – In-point
• O – Out-point
• ; – Lift (leaves a gap)
• ‘ – Extract (fills the gap)
• B – Ripple edit tool
• Up Arrow – Moves the cursor to the left edit
• Down Arrow – Moves the cursor to the right edit
• Left Arrow – Moves the cursor to the previous frame
• Right Arrow – Moves the cursor to the next frame
• Cmd, Shift, D – Crossfade
• Number Pad – Moves cursor to a specific location on the timeline
• A – Selects all tracks forward
• . –  Drops a clip into the timeline
• Opt, X – Clears all in-points and out-points

Collating Files and Storyboard

Project Skills Evidence

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nlLezAscq-M_SMrxoCELd3cciXNaFwaw/view?usp=sharing

What I Learned

Over the course of this project, I learned the basics of video editing in premier pro. These skills will be a massive benefit in the future if a team member who is editing a project is absent.

SUMMARY

This was a learning process. It was really interesting learning the basics of screenwriting. Even though this may not be an amazing film, it was a fun experience. If we don’t make mistakes, we don’t learn from them.

Role

Screenwriter

Intention (SMART Goal)

By October 14th, as part of team #2, as screenwriter, I will have evidence of beginning middle and end by following this tutorial for session 1.

Leader(s) in the Field / Exemplary Work(s)

George Lucas

12:18 George Lucas says that he writes to music to help capture the feeling of the scene that he is writing. 0:53 often times this same music is used as a temp track. 1:15 To make good films you have to create an artistic problem and then invent the technology to solve that problem. 15:17 no decision is the worst decision. Don’t be afraid to write something bad.

Training Source(s)

Establish Slug line 2:05 2:22 is it inside or outside?? What time of day is it?? Afternoon? Evening? dawn? Dusk? 2:25 if the flow of time between 2 scenes is uninterrupted you can write continuous. 2:30 same location but later in time? write later. 2:40 If in moving vehicle write moving.

Project Timeline

PRODUCTION – ACTION

The (FILM, SOUND, or GAME Creation)

Film

Slideshow

(see slideshow for skill evidence)

POST-PRODUCTION – REFLECTION

21st Century Skills

Ways of Thinking (Creativity, Innovation, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving)

One problem that we ran into was downloading our audio onto the computer. We were able to rely on each other and combine our knowledge and solve the problem.

Reactions to the Final Version

Self-Evaluation of Final Version

Grammar and Spelling

spellcheck

Editor

Tori Murray

Summary

Over the course of this month I wanted to create a fun beat with some tropical vibes. I used a lot of reverberated light synths to give the production an uplifting feel. I also mixed this beat incredibly well. It’s sounding good on every sound system that I have played it on. AirPods, Bose noise canceling headphones, Sport XL speaker, monitoring speakers, built in mac speakers, gaming headsets, and my Alexa.

Audio File Formats and Definitions

AIFF (Audio Interchange File Format): stores standard CD-quality audio; similar to WAV (Higher Quality)

WAV (Waveform Audio File Format): CD audio; can be saved with different sampling and bit rates; similar to AIFF (Higher Quality)

MP3 (Audio File): Used to store audiobooks and music on a hard drive; Close to CD-quality sound; the higher quality sound comes from higher bit rates which also take up more storage space

MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface): music data: notes played, when notes are played, how long each note is played, and the velocity of each note played; used to be able to exchange and use information between software and hardware programs; no actual audio data

All the audio file format information is found at: fileinfo.com

Logic Tracks

My Composition

Melatonin and Trap Drums

What I Learned & Problems I Solved

Listening on different sound systems can highlight certain frequencies that were less audible on other systems. This can be both a benefit and a detriment to my mix. For example, the snare was a little bit too loud when listening on AirPods. This is because AirPods have a lot more mid range frequency than some other headphones. Listening on other sound systems allowed me troubleshoot and make my mix sound better. In conclusion, a mix can sound flawless on one sounds system, while it only sounds okay on another. This is why it’s important to listen on multiple.

• Tutorials that I constantly learn from are
• Ocean Beats

SUMMARY

Over the course of the month I have drastically improved my melodies. I took a fairly bland beat of mine and spiced it up with my new skill.

Role

Musician, Technician

Intention (SMART Goal)

My Goal this month is to create a song using my new found knowledge of C major/ A minor chord progressions from last month to improve my melody creation by May 27th.

PRE-PRODUCTION – INQUIRY

Leader(s) in the Field / Exemplary Work(s)

Ocean Beats https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXrDJIpt-3giDMdwiBJvPvg

Training Source(s)

SMART Goal Schedule

After school when I have little to no homework. I will focus on improving my piano melodies and creating something with these new skills.

PRODUCTION

SMART Goal Starting Point Evidence

SMART Goal Ending Point Evidence

POST-PRODUCTION – REFLECTION

Ways of Thinking (Creativity, Innovation, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving)

I found that instead of filming the my evidence on my phone I can just bounce it as an Mp3 on my computer. This is a much easier process and sounds much better.

Tools for Working (Info & Media Literacy)

Logic Pro X and a MIDI Keyboard.

Reactions to the Final Version

Coming Soon

Self-Evaluation of Final Version

I feel as though, over the course of this month my ability to create melodies has improved tremendously. At the start of this process It would take me roughly 30 minutes to come up with a good melody but know, I can just sit down and play on the first try.

Editor

Aydin Prindle.

Summary

• My group and I used the audio deck to record sounds in various location.

Audio Terms and Definitions

• Sound Wave
  • A vibrational disturbance that involves the mechanical motion of molecules transmitting energy from one place to another.
• Compression
  • Reducing a signal’s output level in relation to its input level to reduce dynamic range.
• Frequency
  • The # of times per second that a sound source vibrates, is expressed in hertz (Hz).
• Hertz
  • Unit of measurement of frequency; numerically equal to cycles per second (cps).
• Infrasonic
  • The range below the frequencies is audible to human hearing.
• Ultrasonic
  • The range above the frequencies of human hearing.
• Pitch
  • The subjective perception of frequency – the highness or lowness of a sound.
• Fundamental
  • The lowest frequency a sound source can produce. In other words, it is also called the first harmonic or primary frequency which is the lowest, or basic, pitch of a musical instrument.
• Sound Frequency Spectrum
  • The range of frequencies audible to human hearing: about 20 to 20,000 Hz.
• Octave
  • The interval between the two frequencies that have a tonal ratio of 2:1.
• Bass
  • The low range of the audible frequency spectrum; is usually from 20 to 320 Hz.
• Midrange
  • The part of the frequency spectrum to which humans are most sensitive; is the frequencies between roughly 320 Hz and 2,560 Hz.
• Treble
  • The frequency range between roughly 5,120 Hz and 20,000 Hz, the highest two octaves audible to human hearing in the sound frequency spectrum.
• Equalization
  • A signal-processing device that can boost, attenuate, or shelve frequencies in a sound source or sound system.
• Amplitude
  • The magnitude of a sound wave or an electric signal is measured in decibels.
• Decibel (dB)
  • A relative and dimensionless unit to measure the ratio of two quantities.
• Wavelength
  • Distance between two peaks of a wave
• Velocity
  • Speed in a given direction
• Harmonic
  • Is a multiple of the fundamental frequency
• Phase
  • Factor in the interaction of one wave with another, either acoustically or electronically

– Audio terms and definitions from Wikipedia

Voice Recording

• Inside Recording
• GuitarRecording
• FarAwayRecording

Outdoor/Environment Recording

Instrument Recording

Far Away Recording

Inside Recording

What I Learned & Problems I Solved

• We learned that we had to have the mic in all of the pictures. We were lucky that we had a chance to retake some of the photos.

Resources

• Audio Recording Sound Safari Project – All The Resources
  • Sound Safari Team Directions and Forms
  • Zoom H4n Tutorial: The Three Keys to Great Audio for Video (Basic)
  • Zoom H4n Tutorial: Filmmaking 101 – How to Record High-Quality Audio on a Budget (Detailed)
• Hearing Test
• Music / Sound Terms in Quizlet
• Physics of Music Resources and Presentations
• Microphones and Recording Basics

Summary

• My goal this month was to make a song from scratch using my own equipment. I actually recorded this with my $80 usb mic and it sound great! I learned a lot from this project.

Audio File Formats and Definitions

AIFF (Audio Interchange File Format): stores standard CD-quality audio; similar to WAV (Higher Quality)

WAV (Waveform Audio File Format): CD audio; can be saved with different sampling and bit rates; similar to AIFF (Higher Quality)

MP3 (Audio File): Used to store audiobooks and music on a hard drive; Close to CD-quality sound; the higher quality sound comes from higher bit rates which also take up more storage space

MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface): music data: notes played, when notes are played, how long each note is played, and the velocity of each note played; used to be able to exchange and use information between software and hardware programs; no actual audio data

All the audio file format information is found at: fileinfo.com

Logic Tracks

My Composition

Feedback

• Coming soon!

What I Learned & Problems I Solved

• There was a strange clipping noise in the synthesizer that I didn’t like. I was able to partially EQ it out.

SUMMARY

Role

Producer, songwriter, technician

Intention (SMART Goal)

I would like to Learn to play the piano better by April 15th with this tutorial listed under training resources.

Leader(s) in the Field / Exemplary Work(s)

Ocean Beats

Training Source

SMART Goal Schedule

On a day this week, when I have little to no homework, I will sit down and learn from the piano tutorials.

PRODUCTION

SMART Goal Starting Point Evidence

I would like to improve my ability to play piano chords by April 15th.

SMART Goal Ending Point Evidence

POST-PRODUCTION – REFLECTION

21st Century Skills

Ways of Thinking (Creativity, Innovation, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving)

On the final day before my project was do I realized that I would need a second person to record me for my evidence. Luckily Ian was happy to help.

Self-Evaluation of Final Version

I feel as though this project helped me grow as an artist. It’s really good to be able to just sit down and play some chords and brainstorm ideas.

Editor

Ian Osborn

Cue	Notes
Contextual Interface	Cornel note taking system can be modified slightly to fit learning situation and needs. YOU NEED 8 HOURS OF SLEEP!!!!!!!!
Desirable difficulty	Speed Up as you learn it make it more complex by reversing the rhythm (reversed dotted Rhythm) Practice with metronome use dotted rhythm to improve Zero in on difficult parts of song to master them.

Summary

Summary

• This month, my goal was to create something a little different than I normally do.

Audio File Formats and Definitions

AIFF (Audio Interchange File Format): stores standard CD-quality audio; similar to WAV (Higher Quality)

WAV (Waveform Audio File Format): CD audio; can be saved with different sampling and bit rates; similar to AIFF (Higher Quality)

MP3 (Audio File): Used to store audiobooks and music on a hard drive; Close to CD-quality sound; the higher quality sound comes from higher bit rates which also take up more storage space

MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface): music data: notes played, when notes are played, how long each note is played, and the velocity of each note played; used to be able to exchange and use information between software and hardware programs; no actual audio data

All the audio file format information is found at: fileinfo.com

Song Used As Template

• The Color Violet by Tory Lanez

I picked this song because it’s by an artist who normally has more of a Hip-Hop style but switched it up and created some RnB.

Logic Tracks

My Composition

Feedback

• Write a few comments from other students or advisory members
• Cite the person who shared the comment
• Only use first names

What I Learned & Problems I Solved

• The saxophone sounded like garbage so I sampled a real one.

SUMMARY

This project was pretty difficult and frustrating but fun at the same time. I learned a lot. Slowing down and focusing really helps me improve.

Intention (SMART Goal)

My goal over the course of this project was to learn the fast verse in Godzilla by Eminem.

PRE-PRODUCTION – INQUIRY

Leader(s) in the Field / Exemplary Work(s)

Marshal Mathers. Eminem is an incredible and well respected rap artist. He is a true master of and breath control.

Training Source(s)

SMART Goal Schedule

Everyday this week I will practice rapping the verse that I am trying to learn.

PRODUCTION

SMART Goal Starting Point Evidence

My enunciation and breath control here was very poor. It can be greatly improved with practice.

SMART Goal Ending Point Evidence

POST-PRODUCTION – REFLECTION

21st Century Skills

Ways of Thinking (Creativity, Innovation, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving)

I originally intended to record my project with OBS but the software would not detect my output. After some trouble shooting, I decided to record the project with Photo Booth.

Tools for Working (Info & Media Literacy)

PhotoBooth and Google Chrome. My phone.

Self-Evaluation of Final Version

I know its been said so many times but… Slowing the song down is really the key to learning the song. I also was still having a lot of trouble with OBS so I decided to record the final version with my phone.

What I Learned and Problems I Solved

I learned that slowing the song the song down really helps when learning the verse. It helps with pronunciation and breath control. It’s good to slow it down to a point where you can almost do it perfectly. In contrast, speeding up past the full speed of the song in some cases can make the normal tempo feel easier.

Editor

Aydin Prindle