Recombination 2

For this lab we will work to quickly re-cut, re-shape and recombine existing works to create something new.   This lab builds on the concepts discussed in Kirby Ferfuson’s video and lecture series: Everything is a Remix. In this variation of the project, we will be cutting up sounds from existing works outside your usual […]

Recombination 1

For this lab we will work to quickly re-cut, re-shape and recombine existing works to create something new.   This lab builds on the concepts discussed in Kirby Ferfuson’s video and lecture series: Everything is a Remix. You will start by using what ever tools your have or need to use to acquire audio files […]

Recombination project

For this project we will build on our previous lab where we recombined existing works to create new works and break out of our usual habits. The goal will be to produce a short song where one section, such as the verses, are played with minimal changes from the original work, while another section, such […]

Mathematical structures in biology and art

So far in this class we have focused on tools having to do with the specifics of computer graphic displays and how they may be used for music production and performance.   This will allow you to open windows, see and manipulate on icons, like when you things with a mouse or pointer.  These are very practical […]

Same same different reading

This week, we have an short music analysis rather than a reading.  If you do not do this before class, we will use the lab time for you to complete this.    It will be in the lab page too.   See the assignment specifics here.

Physics of Sound Reading

Linked below is the reading for the physics of sound.   The reading is presented here as a slide show, so that you can use illustrations to better understand the main concepts.  Not every idea is completely explained down to the last details,  we may find that this reading prompts us dig deeper in our […]

Hearing and Sound perception reading

Linked below is the reading assignment for the hearing and psychoacoustics discussions.     Rather than make you dig through 4 pages of solid text, the reading is spread over several slides with pictures and videos to illustrate the main ideas. Click this link to open the reading. When completed, please answer a few short […]