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Program Description
The Advanced Certificate in Tonmeister Studies prepares students with substantial backgrounds in music theory, recording technology, electronics, and acoustics for a career as a Tonmeister. Tonmeisters supervise both technical and artistic personnel during the production of music, sound recordings, and live broadcasting, and work in many areas of music and sound production including record production, radio, film, education, and product design. Through specialized course work students learn how to use specialized Tonmeister technology, develop ear training crucial for audio engineers, learn the techniques and skills of advanced audio production, and apply their skills in an internship.
Admissions
Admission to graduate programs in the Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development requires the following minimum components:
- Résumé/CV
- Statement of Purpose
- Letters of Recommendation
- Transcripts
- Proficiency in English
See NYU Steinhardt's Graduate Admissions website for additional information on school-wide admission. Some programs may require additional components for admissions.
See How to Apply for admission requirements and instructions specific to this program.
Program Requirements
Course List
| Course |
Title |
Credits |
| MPATE-GE 2311 | Tonmeister Technology I | 3 |
| MPATE-GE 2312 | Tonmeister Technology II | 3 |
| MPATE-GE 2315 | Colloquy Tonmeister | 3 |
| MPATE-GE 2605 | Grad Intern Music Tech | 3 |
| 3 |
| Aesthetics of Recording | |
| Adv Audio Production | |
| Ear Training for Audio Engineers | |
| Total Credits | 15-24 |
Note: Students are required to have a basic competence in music history and theory as a prerequisite for all graduate degree programs in music. Entering graduate students are required to take advisory exams in both areas prior to arrival; placements will be determined by interpreting the exam results in light of the student's educational background and the degree program for which they are enrolled. Remedial courses cannot be used to meet degree requirements within any of the graduate programs.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will:
- Compare, classify, and analyze acoustic recording environments and techniques, and evaluate their effects on sound recordings.
- Compare and assess the sonic characteristics associated with various types of microphone technologies.
- Plan and execute standard, surround, 3-D recording of live performances of classical, jazz, folk, and world music.
- Compare immersive recording techniques and analyze the type of sound images that they produce.
- Assess and critique the sound quality produced by various types of multi-channel sound systems.
- Compile and critique the artistic content of a catalog of recorded works.
- Effectively present and defend the creative and technical process of creating a recorded work.
Policies
STEM OPT Benefits for International Students
If you’re an international student, you may be able to work in the United States after graduation for an extended period of time. Most students studying on F-1 visas will be eligible for 12 months of Optional Practical Training (OPT) off-campus work authorization. F-1 students in this program may also be eligible for the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) OPT extension, allowing you to extend your time in the United States to pursue degree-related work experience for a total of 36 months or 3 years. For more information on who can apply for this extension visit NYU’s Office of Global Services: STEM OPT.
NYU Policies
University-wide policies can be found on the New York University Policy pages.
Steinhardt Academic Policies
Additional academic policies can be found the Steinhardt academic policies page.