Attendance at scheduled music colloquium classes is required. Permission of instructor required. Introduces basic concepts and practices of electronic music and MIDI technology. Use of and composition with computers and synthesizers. Assignments include simple MIDI sequencing, video synchronization, and scoring.
Emphasis is placed on complex structures involving diverse orchestrations.
Students who have completed MUS 347, Electronic Music and MIDI Technology, may compose for the electronic medium. A continuation of MUS 348. Meets in New York City. Examines in detail three operas performed at the Metropolitan Opera, and two other selected musical events. Includes a backstage tour of the Metropolitan Opera House.