D. James Tagg has just been hired as an assistant professor of the recording arts for the Jacobs School of Music.
Tagg joined the faculty this fall semester and will be teaching classes this semester at Jacobs.
Tagg has a history in the music field. He has spent 15 years practicing and performing as a singer, pianist and saxophonist.
These experiences eventually lead him to a career in recording arts and teaching.
He received his bachelor’s degree in music from the University of Miami, and he received his master’s degree in music from the University of Massachusetts Lowell, according to a press release.
Having acquired knowledge in the audio ?engineering field, he was formally the senior recording engineer at the Aspen Music Festival and chief audio engineer for the Hot Springs Music Festival.
He recorded three Grammy-nominated albums for Miami-based choir Seraphic Fire.
Tagg formerly taught at the State University of New York Oneonta, University of Massachusetts Lowell and Syracuse University.
“I am thrilled that Jamie is joining the faculty at the Jacobs School,” said Konrad Strauss, chair of the recording arts department, in a press release. “His passion for teaching will be an invaluable asset to our department, and his professional experience along with his knowledge of audio theory and technology will help us better prepare our students for success after ?graduation.”
Tagg worked as a research specialist at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, a consultant for THAT media and a product specialist for Benchmark Media.
Tagg’s research focuses on spatial realism and acoustic envelopment in sound recordings, according to his website.
He developed a new stereo recording technique, ?Stereo Technique for Augmented Ambience Gradient.
Tagg also developed digital signal processing tools that are?used by TV manufacturers to enhance the special width from flat-screen television speakers.
IU’s Department of Recording Arts is known as one of the top leading recording programs in the country.
It emphasizes hands-on production experience with 50 students who provide audio and video production support for the school.
Anthony Broderick
