Program Overview

Recording Arts and Production

The BA in Recording Arts and Production at Montclair State University is a comprehensive program designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in the world of sound. This program combines creativity with hands-on experience, providing students with access to cutting-edge technology and a curriculum that keeps pace with the industry.

Program Overview

The program explores the art and science of music through courses in Music Recording, Digital Audio Production, and Songwriting, developing a strong foundation in both technical ability and creative expression. Students will also delve into Sound Design for Film and Television, Gaming, Foley Sounds FX, and advanced production techniques, expanding their expertise across multiple areas of the field.

Career Opportunities

Upon completion of the program, students will be prepared for careers as a recording engineer, live audio mixer, sound designer, film mixer, and Foley/ADR specialist, ready to make their mark in music, film, television, and beyond. Students will also have a digital portfolio of their work, created alongside the program's outstanding faculty, to present at their first job interview.

Program Format

• The program is offered in-person.
• The College or School associated with this program is the College of Communication and Media, College of the Arts, and the John J. Cali School of Music.
• The Area of Study is Arts, Culture, and Design.

Cost Information

• In-state tuition is $7,839 per semester.
• For more detailed information, please refer to the Undergraduate Cost of Attendance.

Admissions and Audition Requirements

All music applicants must complete an audition for the Cali School of Music. The audition may consist of one or more of the following: a formal audition, an interview, a portfolio submission. The combination differs for each program.

World-Class Facilities

Students in this program will have access to the School of Communication and Media's world-class facilities, providing them with state-of-the-art spaces to create and innovate.

Featured Faculty

• Bryan Powell, Associate

Related Programs

• Musical Theatre, BFA Major, Minor

Academic Environment

The John J. Cali School of Music is a comprehensive, professional school of music centered on preparing the creative leaders of tomorrow. The school is dedicated to providing a premier artistic and academic education, offering exceptional conservatory-level training in best-in-class facilities.