CMP 551 - Introduction to Music Programming in MAX

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The New England Conservatory of Music

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Description:

This course will serve to introduce students to the basic elements and practice of music programming, using MAX/MSP music programming language. Developed in 1986 at the Institute de Recherché et de Coordination Acoustique/Musique (IRCAM) in Paris, MAX is an ideal music programming environment for composers, theorists and performers alike. Operating on both Windows and Macintosh platforms, MAX is a graphical programming language that invites the user to design music software by connecting together "ready made" musical objects onscreen.Using this intuitive flowchart language structure, students will quickly learn the substance and concepts of music programming, while at the same time, avoiding the lower level details of programming that encumber older computer languages. As the elements of the language are mastered, students will be encouraged to develop their own musical thinking towards a final project comprised of a MAX application, an active demonstration of their software, and a short description of their project. These final projects which may take a range of different forms, including com positions, performance environments or theoretical tools will serve to connect to the student's personal musical goals to the practice and craft of music. (2 credits) Burdick

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2.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

necmusic.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 585-1100

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

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Semester

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