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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
Introduction to MIDI theory, sequencing, and digital audio through the use of Digital Performer and a variety of software synthesizers and signalprocessor plug-ins. Special emphasis on the composition of a variety of pieces in varied styles through the use of the available technolComposition ogy. Class lectures, demonstrations, and extensive laboratory work in the electronic music studio. Laboratory fee.
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3.00 Credits
Directed independent composition or research projects utilizing the facilities of the music technology studios. Prerequisite: COM 462 or permission of instructor. Laboratory fee.
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3.00 Credits
Introduction to fundamentals of digital synthesis, sound editing, sampling, and aesthetic issues of electronic and computer-aided music composition. Topics include construction of timbres using sampling, editing, signal processing, various kinds of synthesis, and interactive composition. Includes introduction to ProTools, Metasynth, Unity Session, and other computer applications. Prerequisite: COM 461 or 462, or permission of instructor. Laboratory fee.
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3.00 Credits
This course is for composers who are interested in writing music for film and video. Students study the technical aspects of film scoring, including synchronization, SMPTE code, click tracks, stopwatch and free timing, spotting procedures, orchestration, and music software. The aesthetics of film music are studied, and major film scores, past and present, are analyzed. In addition, there is an exploration of the business aspects of film scoring. Prerequisite: COM 462 or permission of instructor.
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0.00 Credits
A forum for students to discuss issues related to their compositional activities. Topics include new compositions and contemporary composers, the role of the composer in contemporary society, issues of aesthetics and style, and the workings of professional organizations that support composers (e.g., universities, foundations, performing organizations, licensing organizations, etc.). Students have the opportunity to speak with professional composers who will be guests. Composition majors (except doctoral students) are required to enroll every semester. For Undergraduate and Graduate Students
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0.50 Credits
This ensemble is required for junior and senior composition majors who are not enrolled in any other ensemble. It is also open to other students with permission of the instructor. Students rehearse existing repertoire as well as new pieces composed by members of the ensemble. Students plan, rehearse, and present one public presentation per semester.
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3.00 Credits
Students learn effective scoring techniques for large ensembles of wind and percussion instruments, known variously as wind ensembles, wind symphonies, concert bands, and symphonic bands. Essential to the course is intensive score study of the wind band literature of the past hundred years. Students gain experience and skill through directed scoring assignments. Prerequisite: COM 340 or TH 245.
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
An independent study project conducted under the direction of an assigned faculty member. Credit determined by scope and nature of project.
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
Selected topics in composition, varying yearly with needs of curriculum and availability of particular faculty. Credit determined by scope and nature of work required.
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2.00 Credits
General introduction to the history and art of conducting. Consideration of fundamental factors in the reading of choral and orchestral scores. Basic patterns for different time signatures, problems of agogics and dynamics, changes of rhythm and tempo. Two hours weekly. Prerequisite: TH 111.
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