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All audio assignments will be evaluated using the rubric below:



=** 5) Audacity Exercise- **=

==== Get ready to explore audio editing! In this section of the course we will work on a variety of projects ranging from music remixes to podcasts. We will start out with basics to build a foundation and will then progress towards more challenging work. Today we will go through the basics to get you started. ====

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==== C) Once we have explored Audacity a little bit, we will work together on applying cuts and effects to a chosen track. I will inform you of what track this will be (It will be in your documents). If you happen to miss this lesson, here is a video that will help you review the basics of Audacity and will also look at applying effects to audio files. ====

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====D) Now that we have finished our walk though audacity together, you will begin to work on your own. In the word document below you will find instructions that pertain to your first lab assignment in this class. Open up the document and give it a shot! Be sure to ask me for assistance if you have any questions at all.====

[[file:Audacity Effects Lesson (2).docx]]
Here is the original track: media type="file" key="K'naan - Wavin' Flag.mp3" width="240" height="20" Here is how it should sound when you are finished adding effects: media type="file" key="K'naan - Wavin' Flag Effects mp.mp3" width="240" height="20"

====E) If you happen to finish this lab early, you may begin working on a track that you have on your computer or one that I have provided you with in your file server. You will experiment with the same effects as the previous project and may try out other ones as well. You do not have any requirement in terms of where you place the effects. It is up to you so be creative! :)====

===**6.) Sound Effects Story -** Using Audacity, the sound effects folder (labelled "300 SFX" in your file server), and any sound effects you may want to download from Youtube; create any story that has a start, middle, and finish that can be told through sounds. There will be no words spoken in this video, the challenge is to tell a story only using sounds. It may be tough to do this but this is your opportunity to be creative and think outside of the box.===

Check out the video below to find out a few key basics in Audacity that you will need to know in order to create this project. The steps that you will go through are just to get you familiar with the program. Once you are done following along, you do not need to continue to work on the sample file that includes the gunshots and motorcycle. You will open up a new Audacity and begin your Sound Effects Story once you are done following along.

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Here are two samples of sound effect stories:

Plane Crash media type="file" key="Cole's Sound Story.mp3" width="240" height="20"

A Normal Morning media type="file" key="AzbySound Story.mp3" width="240" height="20"


 * Example: A person wakes up in the morning, shower, breakfast, leaves the house, drives a car/motorbike, in traffic, gets to work (work sounds), leaves to drive home, enters house, then...... your choice!, a police chase, a day on the farm, a boxing match, etc.
 * This will be 1:30 in length. Each sound effect clip that you use should be no longer than 7 to 10 seconds each. Do not have long clips...the faster moving it is, the easier it is to listen to and focus. Be sure to save this file often as the computers do crash at times.
 * Be as creative with this assignment as you can. I look forward to hearing all of your different ideas and concepts that you create. :).


 * ** Due to be determined **

** 7.) Music Mash Up- take your favorite audio tracks (5 songs minimum) and make a music mash up with Audacity. **

 * We will go over this as a class and decide on criteria
 * 3-4 minutes in length
 * 5 songs minimum (unless you clear it with me
 * == You are the DJ- mix songs, include a minimum of 5 EFFECTS-- don't be afraid to blend more than one track together! ==
 * Do not have tracks go longer that 15 - 20 seconds for the most part. You may have a song run for up to 30 seconds ONCE. The rest of the songs shouldn't go for more than 15-20 seconds.
 * Quality- the effects must complement the song-- e.g.- fade in the middle of a track would distract the listener
 * Don't forget to access the Audacity Page if you have problems away from class.
 * You will share these with the class

//** Here are samples of work that was done in this class previously: **// media type="file" key="Isaac's sick mashup.mp3" width="240" height="20" media type="file" key="Kira Remix.mp3" width="240" height="20"

Here are two examples of a music mash up using a linking word/words:
media type="file" key="Somethin' Bout a Truck Yeah - Kip Moore & Tim McGraw.mp3" width="240" height="20" media type="file" key="Dr.D's Music Mix.mp3" width="240" height="20"

Here is an example of some excellent editing skills to create a different kind of mash up:
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 * ===** Due to be determined **===

**8.) Podcast - In groups or on your own, you will create a podcast on a topic of your choice**.
You will record a 3 to 5 minute show using the podcast/greenscreen room using audacity. You will come up with a podcast treatment that will share the title of your show, the purpose for your show (who is the audience?), a list of your group members, and an general outline which should be about a paragraph in length. Your show must have an introduction, a body, and an outro that flow in a proper and entertaining sequence. Be sure to keep it fresh and captivating. You may add sound effects from the sound effects file if you would like.
 * ===**This is an ongoing audio project that you will use during any extra time during class**===

**9.) Mood Audio**- Using this site: [], find music that suits the following moods. You are looking for music that is only instrumental.

 * When working in video, you want to find music/audio that suits the particular mood of the scene. The example below is a video of a variety of bad things happening put to a song that is should normally be used in humorous videos.**

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**//These audio clips should not have any lyrics!//**
//**Once you have found these files, you will then be instructed on how to open them in Windows Movie Maker and edit accordingly. While working in Windows Movie Maker, you will be expected to include the following in your presentation:**//
 * **//A title for your project//**
 * **The audio file with a written description (using "insert title/caption") explaining which mood the audio is representing.**
 * **Proper audio fades. Ie: Fade in and out of each sound**
 * **Captions after each slide explaining why you chose the particular sound to represent the mood.**
 * **A title to notify the end of your project.**
 * **You should try to use appropriate transitions and effects if you have time. Remember that you will be evaluated on the selection of your audio but presentation is always important. :)**

//**Here is a sample of what I am looking for:**//

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 * ===**Due date to be determined**===