Sequencing and Synthesis II
Curriculum guideline
Lecture: 4 hours/week
Lecture/demonstration. Students will work alongside the instructor, either in the large studio or Technology Lab. Students will be expected to complete regular assignments and projects outside of class time. These can be done in the lab, the studio, or at home.
Lab work will utilize advanced sequencing and synthesis including the following:
In-depth synthesizer programming including:
- Sound Design using the synthesizers Sculpture, Ultrabeat, ES2, and ES1.
- Programming utilizing EXS24, EVOC 20 PolySynth and Sculpture.
- Side-chain production utilizing internal plug-ins.
- Sequencing using hybrid synthesizers.
- Sequencing with alternative MIDI controllers.
- MIDI production using leading-edge features including Advanced Transformers.
- Operations, Input Quantize and Compression, Multi-Input Recording, and Advanced Editing.
In-depth MIDI productions work will include the following:
- Advanced MIDI effects such as Arpeggiators, Chord Triggers, Scripting, Randomizing, and Control Change Modifiers.
- Advanced audio effects on MIDI and audio tracks.
- Production techniques designed specifically for different styles.
- Production techniques designed to maximize mix diversities.
- Advanced Digital Sampling techniques including velocity-cross fading.
- Multiple-zone programming, filter programming, and audio file processing.
In-depth compositional production techniques including:
- Alternate stylistic production for synthesis and synthesizers.
- Creation of hybrid productions utilizing third-party plug-ins.
- Recognition of varied stylistic methods of production utilizing Logic Pro X Plug-Ins.
- Multiple compositions and productions using contemporary techniques.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to work unasissted in a major DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) and apply the following:
- In-depth synthesizer programming;
- In-depth MIDI production;
- In-depth compositional production techniques.
Assessment will be based on course objectives and will be carried out in accordance with the Douglas College Evaluation Policy.
The following is an example evaluation scheme:
| Tests and/or assignments (minimum of three) | 25% |
| Midterm Project(s) | 30% |
| Final Project | 35% |
| Professionalism | 10% |
| Total | 100% |
Professionalism is assessed on consistent attendance, punctuality, taking responsibility for deadlines, constructive and considerate inter-personal communication and contribution to class discussion and group work.
No texts or materials are required. All required hardware and software for the completion of assignments and projects is available in the studio.