MUSI 1580 Music Technology I

A study of the most important technologies used for musical applications. Students gain experience working with state-of-the-art equipment, exploring topics such as analog and digital representations of sound, computer hardware and operating system software, sound synthesis MIDI and MIDI sequencing, music notation on the computer, musical resources on the inernet, and applicaton and uses of music technology in educaiton. Emphaisis in the practical uses of technology in the music profession as well as concerns about ethical use of technology are discussed. Students will be charged an additional Electronic Music Fee when enrolling in this course.
Credits: 3.0