History of Electronic Music

MUS-M 340/ 3 Cr.

This course will give the student an understanding of the history of electronic and experimental music and how it relates to the music of the today.  Students will learn the most significant works realized through computers and other electronic devices from the middle of this century through the present.  The purpose of this course is to give an introduction to the history, styles, techniques, and composers of the genre.  Topics will include musique concrete, MIDI, tape compositions, synthesizers, waveforms, electronic musical instruments and devices, electronic musical genres, and computer music.

• Available Online: No
• Credit by Exam: No
• Laptop Required: Yes

Prerequisites/Co-requisites:

 MUS-A 132