Composition: Synthesis and Sampling (9735.2)

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Composition: Synthesis and Sampling
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EFTSL Credit points Faculty
0.125 3 Faculty Of Arts And Design
Discipline Study level HECS Bands
Discipline Of Creative And Cultural Practice Level 2 - Undergraduate Intermediate Unit Band 2 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021)
Band 2 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021)
This unit introduces the student to the creative potential of music technology, in particular, synthesis and sampling. It promotes a more experimental approach than previous composition units, with special focus on EDM (Electronic Dance Music) and its associated forms and production techniques. The student is allowed a greater degree of independence and freedom to break away from conventions and explore new approaches to composing, again with a focus on using technology. Through this original, experimental and innovative approach to composition, legal and ethical aspects of music composition are also explored. This unit is designed to complement Music Performance: Technology on Stage and Contemporary Musicianship: Harmonic Analysis, which are also experimental in nature and technology-focused.

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
1. Employ loop-based composition software to compose and trigger music intended for live performance;

2. Implement synthesis techniques to create original software instruments, effects and popular articulations;
3. Employ samplers to create multi-layered virtual instruments;
4. Discuss legal aspects of sampling and demonstrate ethical usage of samples in original composition; and
5. Apply written and oral communication skills.


Graduate attributes

1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively
1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
2. UC graduates are global citizens - make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - evaluate and adopt new technology
2. UC graduates are global citizens - behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives


Prerequisites

None

Corequisites

None.

Incompatible units

None

Equivalent units

None

Assumed knowledge

None.
Year Location Teaching period Teaching start date Delivery mode Unit convener
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Required texts

None.

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Participation requirements

Students are expected to participate in all lectures and tutorials.

Required IT skills

Basic IT skills are required.

Work placement, internships or practicums

None