BFA Music Technology, Entrepreneurship & Production
The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Music Technology, Entrepreneurship and Production brings students inside the recording studio and prepares them for behind-the-scenes careers in the music industry. Students develop exceptional competency in all aspects of the music making process.
New York City is the birthplace of the world’s most iconic artists and companies pioneering the $20 billion global music industry. Program graduates have the tools to build successful careers in creative entrepreneurship, venue management, distribution, performance, songwriting, engineering and production.
The program features an experiential learning approach, grounded in the real world of music production and marketing, and follows a learning cohort model that places peer collaboration at the center of the educational experience. The program was founded around four pillars vital to the success of the modern musician:
- Creation of music: songwriting, performance, improvisation and arranging
- Production of music: music technology, mixing and engineering
- Business of music: entrepreneurship, marketing, promotion, copyright and management
- Background of music: history, culture, and globalization of contemporary music
Major Requirements
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
| Required Musicianship Courses (28 Credits) | ||
| TEP 210M | Individual Music Production Instruction (4 Semesters) | 2 |
| TEP 206 | Music Theory and Application I | 3 |
| TEP 208 | Piano Lab I | 2 |
| TEP 211 | Piano Lab II | 2 |
| TEP 220 | Music Theory and Application II | 3 |
| TEP 209 | Aural Skills and Ear Training I | 2 |
| TEP 224 | Aural Skills and Ear Training II | 2 |
| TEP 222 | Drum/Rhythm Proficiency | 2 |
| TEP 223 | Studio Recording Lab (4 Semesters) | 1 |
| Required Music Production Courses (14 Credits) | ||
| TEP 207 | Introduction to Music Technology / Production | 3 |
| TEP 210 | Sequencing and Production | 3 |
| TEP 221 | Foundations of Recording | 3 |
| TEP 226 | Record Company Operations | 2 |
| TEP 160 | Culture of Rhythm and Production | 3 |
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Required Music History Courses (9 Credits)
Choose 9 credits from the following: |
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| MUS 146 | History of Hip Hop | 3 |
| MUS 147 | History of Rock Music | 3 |
| MUS 248 | History of Rhythm and Blues | 3 |
| MUS 159 | History of Country Music | 3 |
| Required Entrepreneurship Courses (12 Credits) | ||
| TEP 240 | Business of Music Publishing/Copyright | 3 |
| TEP 262 | Legal Aspects of the Music Industry | 3 |
| TEP 280 | Music Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| TEP 384 | Artist Management | 3 |
| Required Portfolio Development Courses (6 Credits) | ||
| TEP 298 | Capstone | 3 |
| TEP 299 | Thesis | 3 |
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Recommended Music Electives (21 Credits)
Choose 21 credits from the following: |
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| Musical Creativity and Craft Emphasis Electives | ||
| TEP 346 | Songwriting I | 3 |
| TEP 464 | Songwriting II | 3 |
| TEP 385 | Studio Arranging | 3 |
| TEP 205 | Internship | 0 |
| Producer/Engineer Emphasis Electives | ||
| MUS 231 | Making of the Album | 3 |
| TEP 347 | Music Production For Records | 3 |
| TEP 348 | Foundations of Mixing | 3 |
| TEP 356 | Making of Music Videos | 3 |
| TEP 365 | Music Acoustics | 3 |
| TEP 385 | Studio Arranging | 3 |
| TEP 204 | Sound for Visual Media | 3 |
| Management/Marketing/Promotion Emphasis Electives | ||
| MUS 18 | Music Business | 3 |
| MUS 211 | Monetization of Music | 3 |
| MUS 221 | The Business of Shawn Carter | 3 |
| MUS 231 | Making of the Album | 3 |
| MUS 101 | Women in Music | 3 |
| TEP 341 | Social Media /Analytics | 3 |
| TEP 443 | Creative Promotion in Media | 3 |
| TEP 363 | Principles of Business Management | 3 |
| TEP 381 | Concert Promotion | 3 |
| TEP 382 | Accounting For Musicians and Artists | 3 |
Core Requirements
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Institutional Learning Outcome (ILO) |
Courses |
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ILO 1: Creative and Reflective Capacities (3 credits) Openness to new ideas, integrative and reflective thinking, investigation, and synthesis of existing knowledge as a way of creating, appreciating, and reflecting on original, innovative work grounded in scientific, humanistic, historical, and/or aesthetic disciplinary knowledge. |
ART 101: Introduction to Art ART 105: Introduction to Beginning Drawing ART 106: 3D Visualization and Production ART 131: Pottery and Ceramic Sculpture I CIN/FIL 109: Screenwriting II CIN 111: History of World Cinema CMA 109: Media Arts and Technology DNC 108: History of Dance ENG 167: Creativity and Nature ENG 182: Introduction to Creative Writing ENG 183: Creative Non-Fiction JOU 110: Journalism, Media and You MA 109: Media Arts and Technology MUS 101: Introduction to Musical Concepts MUS 102: Music Fundamentals MUS 110: Introduction to World Music PHI 172: Philosophy and the Mind SPE/ORC 105: Public Speaking THE 100: Introduction to Drama THE 111: The Art of Theatre THE 143: Shakespeare in Performance THE 193: Theatre Research/Performance |
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ILO 2: Historical and Intercultural Awareness (6 credits) Recognition of oneself as a member of a global community consisting of diverse cultures with unique histories and geographies. |
History HIS 100: American Civilization to 1877 HIS 101: Perspectives on Premodern World History HIS 102: Perspectives on Modern World History HIS 108: American Civilization since 1877 Intercultural Awareness ANT #: Any Anthropology Course ART 104: Introduction to Visual Arts CIN 105: The Art of Documentary ENG 115: Global Literatures ENG 132: Shakespeare ENG 158: American Literature FRE 111: Introduction to French I FRE 112: Introduction to French II GGR 102: Geography and the Global Citizen HIS 144: Topics in Asian History HIS 157: Topics in Latin American History ITL 111: Introduction to Italian I ITL 112: Introduction to Italian II MUS 103: Music in Western Civilization MUS 146: History of Hip Hop MUS 147: History of Rock Music MUS 159: History of Country Music PHI 170: Philosophies of Love and Sex POL 150: International Relations POL 161: Introduction to Comparative Politics SPA 111: Introduction to Spanish I SPA 112: Introduction to Spanish II SOC 103: Gender and Sexual Diversity SOC 135: Global Cultures SOC 165: Culture and Society SOC 103: Gender and Sexual Diversity SOC 165: Culture and Society SPE 100: Oral Communication THE 142: Modern Theatre History |
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ILO 3: Quantitative and Scientific Reasoning (7-8 credits) Competence in interpreting numerical and scientific data in order to draw conclusions, construct meaningful arguments, solve problems, and gain a better understanding of complex issues within a discipline or in everyday contexts. |
Scientific Reasoning AST 109/109A: Introductory Astronomy I AST 110/110A: Introductory Astronomy II BIO 120/120L: General Biology I BIO 124/124L: Foundations of Biology I BIO 125/125L: The Science of Sustainability BIO 126/126L: DNA and Human Life BIO 137/137L: Human Anatomy and Physiology I CHM 101/101L: Chemistry for Health Science I CHM 103/103L: Principles of Chemistry I ERS 101/101L: Weather and Climate ERS 102/102L: Planet Earth ERS 103/103L: Oceanography ERS 125/125L: Environmental Sustainability Science FSC 100/100L: Introduction to Forensic Chemistry PHY 103: University Physics I PHY 104: University Physics II PHY 120/120L: The Physical Universe PHY 127/127L: Physics for Pharmacy PHY 131/131L: General Physics I PHY 131/131L: College Physics I PHY 132/132L: General Physic II PHY 132/132L: College Physics II Quantitative Reasoning MTH #: Any Mathematics Course |
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ILO 4: Oral and Written Communication (6 credits) Knowledge and skill in exchanging informed and well-reasoned ideas in effective and meaningful ways through a range of media to promote full understanding for various purposes, among different audiences and in a variety of contexts and disciplines. |
Written Communication ENG 110: Writing I – Composition and Analysis ENG 111: Writing II – Research and Argumentation |
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ILO 5: Information and Technological Literacies (3 credits) Ability to use information and communication technologies to find, evaluate, create, and effectively and responsibly use and share that information, requiring both cognitive and technical skills. |
CGPH 126: Web Design for Everyone EDI 100: Contemporary Issues in Education ENG 148: Ideas and Themes n Literature ENG 173: Writing in the Community ENG 175: Writing in the Professions ENG 178: Writing in the Sciences HIS 107: Engaging the Past HIS 190: Research Problems in History POL 100: Research Problems in Political Science SOC 102: Social Problems SOC 148: Medical Sociology SOC 148: Sociology of Health and Illness |
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ILO 6: Critical Inquiry and Analysis (3 credits) Reflective assessment and critique of evidence, applying theory, and practicing discernment in the analysis of existing ideas and in the production of new knowledge across a broad array of fields or disciplines. |
ENG 103: Grammar and the Structure of English ENG 112: World Literatures I ENG 113: World Literatures II ENG 140: Introduction to Literature ENG 180: Literary Genres FRE 100: French Cinema GGR 101: The Geography of Sustainable Development HIS 104: Topics in American History HIS 120: Topics in Medieval History HIS 164: History of Gender and Sexuality HIS 167: History of Science and Technology PHI 100: Beginning Philosophy PHI 163: Philosophy of Art PHI 179: Social and Political Philosophy POL 147: Political Psychology POL 156: Diplomacy and Negotiation PSY 103: General Psychology PSY 111: Psychological Perspectives on Teaching and Learning SOC 100: Introduction to Sociology SOC 112: Gender, Race and Ethnicity SOC 126: Sociology of Gender SOC 161: Sociology of Sport |
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ILO 7: Ethical Reasoning and Civic Engagement (3 credits) Evaluation of ethical issues in conduct and thinking, development of ethical self-awareness, consideration of various perspectives, and responsible and humane engagement in local and global communities. |
ART 177: High Impact Art CIN/FIL 103: Major Forces in the Cinema ECO 101: Microeconomics ECO 102: Macroeconomics ENG 150: Empathy and Literature HIS 116: History of Race and Society HIS 158: History of Politics and Power PHI 105: Bioethics PHI 113: Philosophy and Film PHY 178: Ethics and Society POL 101: Introduction to Political Science POL 102: Introduction to American Politics POL 123: Political Parties and Public Opinion SOC 108: Sociology of Youth SOC 109: Social Movements and Change SOC 110: Human Rights and Social Justice SOC 119: Sociology of the Family SOC 122: American Social Problems/Global Context SPA 105: The Hispanic World |
Courses
TEP 200 History of Recording Industry/Technology
This course familiarizes students with the history of audio recording and instrumentation, as well as the practical aspects of the recording process. Students become well-versed in the practical workings of a contemporary recording studio, including acoustics, studio design, the audio production console, recording and mix-down processes, and studio instrumentation.
Credits: 3
Rotating Basis
TEP 201 Professional Development Workshop
This course challenges students to reflect on their academic and professional experiences. Students evaluate their knowledge, abilities, interests, and professional relationships, considering the role of the artist or entrepreneur in society and their role as musicians in their community. Guest lecturers provide vital guidance as students prepare for professional careers.
Credits: 3
Rotating Basis
TEP 202 Individual Music Production Instruction
This course encompasses private instruction in music production. Students work with an instructor to develop their skills in production and engineering.
Credits: 2
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
TEP 203 Songwriting III
This workshop-style course builds on the foundations established in Songwriting I and II, further developing students’ songwriting and production skills.
Credits: 3
Rotating Basis
TEP 205 Internship
This individually arranged course integrates coursework with practical industry experience, enabling students to develop skills, network, and launch a career in music prior to graduation. Students must secure an internship before enrolling.
Credits: 0
Every Fall, Spring and Summer
TEP 206 Music Theory and Application I
This course focuses on the fundamental concepts of music theory and keyboard harmony, including modes, meters, rhythms, chords, and harmonization.
Credits: 3
Every Fall and Spring
TEP 207 Introduction to Music Technology & Production
This course introduces the fundamentals of music technology tailored to the professional musician, providing an overview of current tools and systems used in the industry.
Credits: 3
Every Fall
TEP 208 Piano Lab I
This group course is designed for beginners interested in learning classical, popular, and jazz piano styles while developing a foundational understanding of notation and harmony.
Credits: 2
Every Fall
TEP 209 Aural Skills and Ear Training I
This course includes fundamentals of ear training, sight-singing, melodic and rhythmic dictation, harmonic dictation, and interval recognition.
Credits: 3
Every Fall and Spring
TEP 210 Sequencing and Production
This course expands on Introduction to Music Technology & Production through hands-on experimentation with industry-standard DAWs and advanced MIDI techniques.
Credits: 3
Every Spring
TEP 210D Individual Music Instruction – Drums
This course provides individual drum instruction for music majors to develop technique and musicianship.
Credits: 2
Every Fall and Spring
TEP 210I Individual Music Instruction – Instrument
This course includes individual instruction for instrumental music majors such as saxophone, guitar, or percussion.
Credits: 2
Every Fall and Spring
TEP 210P Individual Music Instruction – Piano
This course provides individual piano instruction for music majors to build technical and stylistic proficiency.
Credits: 2
Every Fall and Spring
TEP 211 Piano Lab II
This course is a continuation of Piano Lab I, advancing students’ piano technique, theory knowledge, and improvisation skills.
Credits: 2
Every Spring
TEP 220 Music Theory and Application II
This course continues foundational music theory concepts, emphasizing reading, writing, and performing musical structures and terminology.
Credits: 3
Every Fall and Spring
TEP 221 Foundations of Recording
This course explores the fundamentals of analog and digital audio, including console design, signal flow, microphones, processing, and monitoring techniques.
Credits: 3
Every Fall
TEP 222 Drum Proficiency
This course introduces beginning and elementary drum techniques, emphasizing four-way independence and rhythmic recognition.
Credits: 2
Every Fall
TEP 223 Studio Recording Lab I
This workshop-style course focuses on collaborative production, composition, recording, mixing, and critique of original works.
Credits: 1
Every Fall and Spring
TEP 224 Aural Skills and Ear Training II
This course continues aural training with emphasis on sight-singing, dictation, chord structures, and multi-part singing.
Credits: 3
Every Fall and Spring
TEP 226 Record Company Operations
This course analyzes record company structures and departmental roles including A&R, marketing, promotion, and distribution.
Credits: 3
Every Spring
TEP 262 Legal Aspects of the Music Industry
This course examines legal and business concepts relevant to musicians, including copyright, contracts, trademarks, and artist management.
Credits: 3
Every Fall
TEP 280 Music Entrepreneurship
This course provides an overview of arts entrepreneurship, preparing students to pursue creative and business leadership roles.
Credits: 3
Every Fall
TEP 298 Capstone
This seminar course provides individual guidance for the completion of a professional project in music technology, entrepreneurship, or production.
Credits: 3
Every Fall
TEP 299 Thesis / Culminating Project
This course represents the culmination of a student’s academic work through a research or creative thesis project.
Credits: 3
Every Spring
TEP 304 Sound for Visual Media
This course introduces sound design for film, television, and multimedia, focusing on post-production, Foley, ADR, and sound effects editing.
Credits: 3
Rotating Basis
TEP 341 Social Media / Analytics
This course explores analytics and metrics used to build effective marketing campaigns and branding strategies in music and media.
Credits: 3
Rotating Basis
TEP 345 Jazz Theory & Application
This advanced theory course focuses on jazz harmony, improvisation, chord relationships, and stylistic applications for producers and songwriters.
Credits: 2
Rotating Basis
TEP 346 Songwriting I
This workshop-style course examines the craft of popular songwriting, including structure, lyrics, melody, and arrangement.
Credits: 3
Every Fall
TEP 348 Foundations of Mixing
This course introduces multi-track mixing concepts, equipment operation, signal flow, and documentation practices.
Credits: 3
Every Fall
TEP 356 The Making of Music Videos
This course focuses on the production of music videos, teaching students how visuals, lighting, and camera techniques support music storytelling.
Credits: 3
Rotating Basis
TEP 365 Music Acoustics
This course explores sound waves, room acoustics, perception of sound, and tuning systems as applied to music performance and production.
Credits: 3
Rotating Basis
TEP 381 Concert Promotion
This course introduces the essentials of concert promotion, culminating in a student-produced live music event.
Credits: 3
Every Spring
TEP 382 Music Intermediaries
This course examines the role of intermediaries in artist representation, booking, contracting, and career development.
Credits: 3
Rotating Basis
TEP 384 Artist Management
This course explores artist management across an artist’s lifecycle, emphasizing marketing, licensing, partnerships, and public relations.
Credits: 3
Every Spring
TEP 385 Studio Arranging
This course introduces arranging techniques for rhythm sections, exploring groove-driven and melody-led approaches across styles.
Credits: 3
Rotating Basis
TEP 386 Mixing II
This advanced course builds on Foundations of Mixing, focusing on analog equipment and professional mixing workflows.
Credits: 3
Rotating Basis
TEP 398 Independent Study
This course allows students to pursue supervised independent creative or research work under faculty guidance.
Credits: 3
TEP 443 Creative Promotion in Media
This course examines creative careers in today’s evolving media landscape across music, sports, and commerce.
Credits: 3
Every Fall
TEP 464 Songwriting II
This course continues Songwriting I, guiding students through the writing, producing, and recording of an album of original songs.
Credits: 3
Every Spring
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