MYE 5012E - Electronic Music Composition

Course Objectives

1. To present students with a comprehensive perspective on both compositional and analytical aspects of electronic music,
2. Through weekly listening and reading exercises, to cultivate discussions on aesthetics and philosophy of electronic music making,
3. To provide an in-depth study of tools and techniques of electronic music through weekly assignments and workshops

Course Description

Practical overview of contemporary and historical methods of electronic music making with weekly assignments and workshop sessions supported by theoretical analysis of existing works of music and writings by established composers, music theorists and philosophers; a comprehensive look at both compositional and analytical aspects of electronic music,