BBC radiophonic workshop techniques
Course
In London
Description
-
Type
Course
-
Location
London
-
Start date
Different dates available
Exploring the history, context and practice of the mid 20th century electronic music studio and the wider discipline of music concrete. You will explore the techniques in a practical way using software emulations and pre recorded 'tape loops' to create your own music concrete pieces. This course is taught by Max la Villa.
Facilities
Location
Start date
Start date
About this course
Describe the basic principles of music concrete composition relating these to historical context.
Use the components of an early electronic studio (oscillators, envelopes, filters, white noise generators and the mixer and tape loop techniques) to create original sounds
Create your own compositions out of tones generated by oscillators, 'tape loops', envelopes and noise generators.
CDrs can be bought for saving your work (£0.50) or students may bring in USB flash drives to back up their work for use elsewhere. Students should always bring a note pad and pen.
Reviews
Subjects
- Music
Course programme
Deconstruction and analysis of early electronic music and key music concrete compositions
A practical exploration of the components that make up a music concrete studio
The techniques employed in music concrete composition.
Additional information
BBC radiophonic workshop techniques