computer music synthesis

  •   Computer Music Concepts & Techniques
  •   History of & Production Electronic Music Visionary People & Aesthetic Sensibilities
  •   Function and aesthetics of Sound How it works, How it can be used
  •   Sound Technologies & meaningful creation Material and Conceptual tools
  •   Music Technology Where it all comes together

This course offers an overview of the history, theory, and practice of electronic music and sound art. It highlights creativity through hands-on projects, whether you’re composing epic tracks or designing your own sound design identity with Ableton Live, Max MSP and some Logic Pro. We will examine how new technologies have influenced musical ideas, production methods, and cultural developments in the 20th and 21st centuries.

Listening examples will cover a diverse array of styles and genres, including experimental computer music, ambient and dance music, sound art, and multimedia. We’ll explore key concepts and technologies such as microphones, acoustics, synthesizers, deep listening, and controllerism.

improve your audio technical proficiency but also foster your creative and critical thinking skills

Develop Critical and Constructive Perspectives on Sound, Music, and New Technology
Gain a deep understanding of how sound, music, and emerging technologies intersect. You’ll critically analyze and constructively evaluate how these elements influence each other, shaping the music of today and tomorrow.