Synthesizers
How do analog synthesizers work? In this session, we'll explore the world of analog synthesis and the groundbreaking music it inspired. We'll break down the essential parts of a modular synthesizer, such as VCOs, VCFs, envelopes, and LFOs. We'll also discuss how pioneers like Wendy Carlos and Isao Tomita brought the Moog synthesizer to fame with their classical music renditions. The Minimoog, the first portable synth, became a key instrument for artists like Keith Emerson, Yes, Kraftwerk, Pink Floyd, and many others. To wrap up, our resident synth expert, Travis Thatcher, will give us a live demonstration of the Minimoog in action.
