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| Module Availability |
| Semester 1 |
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| Assessment Pattern |
Coursework: Practical assignment - 40%
Exam: 48-hour take-away practical assignment - 60%
A weighted aggregate mark of 40%
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| Module Overview |
| This module takes the basic understanding of synthesis and sampling you acquired at HE1 and builds on it to enable you to create more complex instruments that allow you to express your music in a unique and individual way. You will be able to design instruments that can be used in a live context or for composition. |
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| Prerequisites/Co-requisites |
None |
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| Module Aims |
The aims of this module are to:
• Develop an understanding of the principles of synthesis and sampling
• Provide you with the technical skills to create software instruments
• Support you in building instruments that can be customised to your creative practice
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| Learning Outcomes |
At the end of this module, you should be able to:
• Build a virtual synthesiser from first principles.
• Create a sampler instrument using either your own or third party samples.
• Customise these instruments and integrate them into your compositions.
• Use these instruments in a live set, with appropriate real-time controls.
Transferable skills:
• Adopt a professional approach to your musical activities whether working individually or with others.
• Take responsibility for academic work with minimum direction
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| Module Content |
The following is an indication of the likely topics to be covered:
• Principles of synthesis
• Principles of sampling
• Software skills including real-time controls
• Preparation of samples for creating instruments
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| Methods of Teaching/Learning |
• Lectures
• Workshops
• Guided reading
• Preparing for and taking part in class tests
• Supporting videos on ULearn and other sources
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| Selected Texts/Journals |
Compulsory Reading
Russ, Martin 2004: Sound Synthesis and Sampling (Oxford: Focal Press)
Recommended Reading
Additional texts, including software manuals, will be given to you during the classes.
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| Last Updated |
| 11.04.11 |
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