Humanities Arts Cultural Stu 0331 - Computer Music: MAX/MSP/MAX4LIVE

This course will focus on a wide range of topics in sound synthesis and music composition using the MAX/MSP and Max4Live program. Students will undertake projects in interactive MIDI composition, algorithmic composition, additive and subtractive synthesis, waveshaping, AM/FM synthesis, and sampling. Other topics to be covered include SYSEX programming, sound analysis, theories of timbre, and concepts of musical time. (keywords: computer music, electronic music, sound)

Media and Technology This course includes both in-person and remote elements, and can accommodate fully remote students. Prerequisite: HACU-0290: Electroacoustic Music or equivalent is recommended. In this course, students can expect to spend 12 hours weekly on work and preparation outside of class time.