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MUSC 1202: Electronic Music
Effective date
September 2013
Department
Music
School
Arts and Sciences
Description
An introduction to the creation and production of electronic music using current digital technology, the computer and synthesizers. Students learn basics of audio recording, sound design, sampling, sound synthesis and sequencing both audio and MIDI in the context of creating their own compositions. Students are also introduced to the history, aesthetic issues, and current and future directions of electronic music through regular listening and discussion. 1:0:2
Credits
2.0
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Use computers for Automation (track based vs. object based automation, musical uses of automation, synthesis via automation, automation of plugins)
- Use computers for Electronic music composition (using the sequencer as compositional environment, composing in multi-parts, synth "orchestration", creative use of effect plugins)
- Use computers for Mastering electronic compositions (mixing audio, use of mastering plugins-compression, eq, etc.)
- Use computers for Live electronic performance
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 3
Total Hours: 3
Total Hours: 3
Instructional Strategies
Instructional strategies include lecture, demonstration, group discussion and activities, independent study, and hands-on practice with computer software
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Passing grade
C
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Project |
60 |
3 preparatory projects |
|
Project |
30 |
Final composition project |
|
Participation |
10 |
Attendance/Participation |
Course topics
- Automation
- Track based vs. object based automation
- Musical uses of automation
- Synthesis via automation
- Automation of plugins
- Electronic music composition
- Sequencer as compositional environment
- Composing in multi-parts
- Synth "orchestration
- Creative use of effect plugins
- Mastering electronic compositions
- Mixing audio
- Use of mastering plugins - compression, eq, etc.
- Live electronic performance
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/. - To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.