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Turn Passion into Production Power

Fredonia’s Bachelor of Science in Sound Recording Technology is where your passion for music meets the precision of engineering. As a student in this highly selective program, you'll train in world-class studios, work on live and recorded projects, and develop both the technical and musical skills needed to become a top-tier audio professional. Whether you're destined to mix at the console, manage a studio, or design the sound of tomorrow’s media, this program prepares you to lead in a competitive and fast-moving industry. It's a bold step for creatives—and a smart investment in a stable, growing career field. At Fredonia, you won't just study sound—you'll shape it.

What You’ll Gain

  • Technical Mastery – Learn analog and digital recording, editing, signal processing, and live sound production.
  • Musical Expertise – Build the musical foundation essential for truly exceptional audio engineering.
  • Studio Experience – Work in 8- and 24-track recording studios, live rooms, and professional-grade booths.
  • Professional Portfolio – Create a capstone production equivalent to half an album by your senior year.
  • Paid Opportunities – Get real-world experience and income by managing live event recording and livestreaming.
  • Team Collaboration – Assist and lead projects alongside other musicians, engineers, and artists.
  • Creative Confidence – Explore your own sonic identity and help others realize theirs.
  • Industry Readiness – Gain experience with the same equipment and software used in today’s top studios.
  • Leadership Skills – Manage workflows, troubleshoot tech, and take charge in high-pressure environments.

Career Opportunities for Sound Recording Technology

  • Audiobook Producer
  • Event Production Manager
  • Mastering Engineer
  • Music Supervisor
  • Sound Designer
  • Broadcast Engineer
  • Foley Artist
  • Music Licensing Specialist
  • Recording Engineer
  • Studio Manager
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What does a 4-year degree look like?

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What are all the required and elective courses offered to obtain this degree?

SRT 200 Recording Practicum

Applied instruction in basic audio techniques. Includes studio instruction in the use of microphones, loudspeakers, tape recorders.

SRT 350 Technology and Practices of the Recording Industry

A two-semester course in multi-track recording technology, and Digital Signal Processing (DSP).

SRT 105 Recording Techniques for Music

A non-technical introduction to recording technology. Students will learn established recording techniques, how to make good audition tapes, the possibilities of digital editing, how to purchase the right equipment, and other recording essentials.

Why Sound Recording Technology at Fredonia?

Fredonia students in the sound recording technology studio, one of the best music schools in the US

Audition-Based Admission

Admission is competitive, based on both musical and academic excellence.

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Grammy-Winning Community

Fredonia faculty and alumni have earned 11 GRAMMY nominations and 5 wins—just last year.

Fredonia students in the music studio, mixing tracks and learning to make magic

Sound is Your Canvas

We train students to treat the studio like a musical instrument—with limitless creative potential.

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