Electronic Music 1 (MUSC 2304)
Electronic Music 1 is the first of a two-course sequence for students wishing to concentrate on electronic music.
This course is intended for composers and other musicians interested in exploring further digital and other electronic media for the creation of music and multimedia works. There is a particular focus on sound synthesis, introducing synthesis techniques such as sampling, and advanced sample processing, FM, additive, subtractive, and physical modeling synthesis, primarily using computer synthesis software. A certain amount of the necessary background in psychoacoustics, and basic principles of acoustics as applied to sound synthesis will be covered in the first term. Students will also be introduced to the history, aesthetic issues, and current and future directions of electronic music in all current styles via listening and discussion classes. Students will compose, realize, and produce a work in the digital medium.
This course is intended for composers and other musicians interested in exploring further digital and other electronic media for the creation of music and multimedia works. There is a particular focus on sound synthesis, introducing synthesis techniques such as sampling, and advanced sample processing, FM, additive, subtractive, and physical modeling synthesis, primarily using computer synthesis software. A certain amount of the necessary background in psychoacoustics, and basic principles of acoustics as applied to sound synthesis will be covered in the first term. Students will also be introduced to the history, aesthetic issues, and current and future directions of electronic music in all current styles via listening and discussion classes. Students will compose, realize, and produce a work in the digital medium.
Course code: MUSC 2304
Credits: 3.0
Length: 45.0 hours
Course outline:
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Prerequisites
MUSC 1419 or permission of instructor.
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- Digital and analog synthesis
- Recording
- Live, interactive electronics
- Multi-media
- Introduction to acoustics and psychoacoustics
- Basic audio recording into the computer using both mic and line
- Sample management and processing
- Introduction to sound synthesis using software synths/samplers
- Introduction to the repertoire of electronic music
- Introduction to electronic music composition
- Introduction to the computer as compositional environment
- Introduction to sequencing
- Basics of sound mixing and mastering
1. Practical and/or written examinations that demonstrate ability at or above the final exam and learning outcomes of this course.
2. A successful interview with the Music Department Leader and one other regularized music faculty member
2. A successful interview with the Music Department Leader and one other regularized music faculty member
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.