Electronic Music Production
Students will learn fundamental techniques of electronic music production, including synthesis and sampling.
Key Questions
- Design a short electronic music piece using synthesis and sampling techniques.
- Explain how different synthesis methods create unique timbres and textures.
- Critique the ethical implications of sampling copyrighted material in electronic music.
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