MUS 153B - Introduction to Electronic Music: Video

1 Credits, 3 Contact Hours
0 lecture periods 3 lab periods

Introduction to producing music with WAV and MP3 sounds through computer software. Includes song data entry from computer synthesizer keyboards, editor/library, percussion writing, and timing to video.

Prerequisite(s): MUS 153A
Information: Prerequisite(s) may be waived with consent of instructor. MUS 153A and 153B together constitute MUS 153.

Course Learning Outcomes

Utilize advanced software and synthesizer editing features to add sound to video.
Develop complex musical arrangements and/or original compositions appropriate for video.
Examine wave file (WAV) timbres and hoops and their uses in software to create and/or arrange music for video.

Outline:

Song Data Entry from Computer Synthesizer Keyboards
Composition software
1. Song data entry
2. Experience using virtual analog equipment through software
Advanced sequencing techniques
1. Develop multiple sequencing events using WAV information
2. Use of automation techniques to enhance music composition
3. Develop skills to demonstrate quantizing of rhythmic figures using software editing features
4. Using sequencing to develop SMTE time code techniques for video playback with sound
Editor/Library
1. Patch editing through customized or default sound banks with software
2. Use pre-defined sounds in song arrangements
Percussion Writing
1. Basic programming techniques
2. Use drum patterns in data entry
3. Include drum patterns in song projects
Timing to Video

Effective Term:
Full Academic Year 2017/18