Recording Arts Program

  • Multiple learning approaches for maximum educational impact

  • Hands-on training in professional recording studios to build practical, industry-level skills

  • Small group instruction that encourages collaboration and deeper learning

  • Collaborative industry projects with clearly defined outcomes to ensure skill mastery

  • Individual labs and practice sessions that reinforce concepts and provide personalized learning opportunities

  • Immersive studio environment that keeps students engaged, improving knowledge retention and preparing them for the fast pace of the music industry

  • More extensive and in-depth curriculum compared to other recording arts programs available in Indianapolis

Course Description

The Recording Arts Program at Round Table Recording Company is designed to give students a comprehensive, hands-on foundation in the art and science of recording, mixing, and producing music. Over the course of the program, students move through four key sections that build knowledge step-by-step from the fundamentals of sound to the execution of professional-level projects.

Section I: Core Foundations

Core Principles of Sound – Understand how sound works and how to shape it.

DAW Training – Get hands-on with industry-standard Digital Audio Workstations to record and produce.

Critical Listening Skills – Develop the ear of a professional by training to recognize details, balance, and nuance in recordings.

Section II: Studio Essentials

Microphones – Learn mic types, placement techniques, and how to capture sound with clarity and character.

Signal Flow – Master the path of audio from input to output, ensuring professional-quality recording sessions.

Section III: Crafting Sound

Tools for Shaping Audio – Explore EQ, compression, effects, and other essential tools for sound design.

Mixing – Balance instruments, vocals, and effects into a polished track.

Mastering – Take projects to the finish line with professional mastering techniques for streaming and release.

Section IV: Final Project & Review

Capstone Recording Project – Students collaborate and record with top local and regional artists. Bands like Warrior Kings, Moxie, and Antlerhead are just a few examples of the high-caliber musicians students work with. By partnering with talented artists and strong original music, students can focus on what matters most—capturing instruments and performances with clarity, expertise, and polish.

Project Reviews – Faculty and peers provide constructive feedback to prepare students for the professional music world.

RTRC Recording Arts Graduating class of August 2023! David, Trisha, Bri, Noah, and Joey

RTRC Recording Arts Graduating class of January 2025! Audrey, Jacob, Justin, Patrick, and Zhane