I used this in conjunction with the "Live Audio Recording" project resource. It worked really well and my students were able to follow it relatively independently.

— Emma M.

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A perfect way to introduce students to the world of sampling, beat-making, audio engineering and electronic composition! This exciting project guides students in the process of compiling pre-recorded audio samples and reimagining those sounds into an original electronic music composition using a DAW of your choosing.

The project can be completed using any DAW, and the document includes helpful tricks and tips for using the free platform BandLab to complete this project.

This project spans roughly 15-20 class periods and can be used for any variety of general music, music technology, music theory, or music ensemble courses.

For a full and complete understanding of the concepts of music and audio sampling, this project is best used in conjunction with the following resources:
Mark Ronson’s TED Talk “How Sampling Transformed Music”.
What is Sampling? A Brief Overview of Sampling in Music History
WhoSampled.com-Exploring the History of Music Sampling
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Sampling in Music Unit Bundle | Slides, Worksheets, Composition Project Outlines

The file contains the Project Outline and BandLab Tips and Tricks in editable .docx file formats.

The project follows the NAfME Music Standards for Listening, Responding, Creating & Connecting.

Note-The website Padlet works well as a place for students to compile their work for each section. “A Student Guide to Creating a Padlet” is a great resource to help students set up and use Padlet.

BandLab works on a variety of student devices and is compatible with Windows & Mac OS.