Courses
Music 446 - Electronic Music Synthesis
Cr. 3. F.
Dr. Christopher Hopkins
Syllabus (PDF)
Course Outline Fall 2012 (PDF)
Guidelines for Final Project (PDF)
Computer Lab Schedule
Prerequisite
246 or permission of instructor.
Description
This is a course in software-based sound synthesis, with a focus on structured modular design. The course includes guided practical projects using a real-time graphical programming environment (MaxMSP), readings in sound syntheis theory, and creative projects in software-based instrument design and electronic music composition.
Nonmajor graduate credit.
Platform and Software
- Macintosh (OS 10.7 or later, move to current as of Fall 2013)
- Reaktor 5
- Max 6
- Pro Tools 10 (required prerequisite, PT 11 as of Fall 2013)
- Please note: Students must complete all assignments and make all presentations using these software, which are provided in the music computer lab. Students are not required to purchase software for the course.
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