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| Module Availability |
| Autumn Semester |
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| Assessment Pattern |
Coursework 1 40%: formative testing through ULearn
Coursework 2 60%: summative practical assignment (composition)
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| Module Overview |
| You will receive theoretical and practical training in the basic technologies required for composing with computers. The module covers sequencing, synthesis and notation (using the commercial software packages Logic, Reaktor and Sibelius respectively). Extensive use is made of workshops and ULearn to deliver video and other computer-based educational tools. ULearn is also used to deliver computer assessment of technical topics. |
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| Prerequisites/Co-requisites |
| None |
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| Module Aims |
| To deliver an understanding of and basic facility in computer-based sequencing, synthesis and notation. |
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| Learning Outcomes |
Upon completion of this module, you should be able to:
• Plan for and deliver a sequenced composition (Logic)
• Use built-in sound treatments such as reverb, compression and delay (Logic)
• Describe the building block of sound and create them using primitive synthesisers (Reaktor)
• Transcribe music using computer-based notation (Sibelius)
• Describe the different music formats (MIDI, PCM, MP3 etc) and explain the variants, features and benefits of each
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| Module Content |
Lecture and workshop sessions covering software fundamentals and principles of operation for Logic, Reaktor and Sibelius
Technical training through ULearn (videos, audio files and text based tutorials)
Computer-based assessment tools for formative self-evaluation and study planning
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| Methods of Teaching/Learning |
Ten 2-hour integrated lectures/workshops
ULearn supporting material for each classroom session
Training videos available both online and through Podcasts
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| Selected Texts/Journals |
Essential Reading
Russ, Martin, 2004 Sound Synthesis and Sampling Oxford: Focal Press
Nahmani, David, 2008 Logic Pro 8 and Logic Express 8 Berkley: Peachpit
Recommended Reading
Dodge, Charles, and Thomas A. Jerse, 1997 Computer Music New York: Schirmer
Rumsey, Francis, 2003 Desktop Audio Technology Oxford: Focal Press
Apple Inc Logic Pro User Manual
Apple Inc Logic Studio Instruments and Effects
Native Instruments Reaktor Operations Manual
Sibelius Software Sibelius User Manual
Suggested Reading
Additional reading may be given during lectures and workshops
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| Last Updated |
| 20.05.08. |
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