This course, emphasizing use by the student artist, introduces the practical applications of sound equipment, techniques, and theory. Subjects covered include microphones, amplifiers, loudspeakers, the basic physics of sound, and magnetic tape recordings and associated skills. The concept of sound as a material with basic structural properties that may be manipulated is introduced. Students explore methods of composition, using various sound materials in assigned projects. A critical survey of sound art and experimental music introduces students to various approaches to understanding and experiencing sound within an art context.
Students have studio time for individual hands-on access to equipment.
No technical background is necessary. Sound and Image Sound and image is an interdisciplinary introduction to the basic methods, theories and processes used to create relationships between sound and image. Students will complete practical exercises and assignments utilizing particular strategies related to their own work. Techniques related to sound recording and mixing using analog and digital equipment and current software will be taught.