Spring 2010

Electroacoustic Composition

Listed in: Music, as MUSI-65

Faculty

Eric W. Sawyer (Section 01)

Description

This course provides instruction in the use of electronic equipment for composition of music. Topics to be considered include approaches to sound synthesis, signal editing and processing, hard disk recording techniques, sequencing audio and MIDI material, and the use of software for interaction between electronics and live performers. The course will also survey the aesthetics and repertory of electroacoustic music. Assignments in the use of equipment and software as well as required listening will prepare students for a final composition project to be performed in a class concert.

Requisite: Music 31 or consent of the instructor. Limited to 10 students. Spring semester. Professor Sawyer.

If Overenrolled: Upper class status and Music Major given preference.

Keywords

Artistic Practice

Offerings

2022-23: Not offered
Other years: Offered in Spring 2008, Spring 2009, Spring 2010, Spring 2014, Spring 2016, Spring 2019