Drum Machine Performance Lab

ILEL-114

This course explores ways that clocked hardware instruments such as drum machines and step sequencers can be used in a live performance. Students work with individual instruments as well as synchronized systems made up of several devices to develop solo and ensemble playing skills. Special emphasis is placed on creating and adapting rhythmic patterns and variations that can respond to and interact with other musicians playing in an ensemble. Exercises come from both traditional acoustic traditions and electronic genres. Students are encouraged to develop their own unique rhythmic styles.

Credits

Prerequisites

EDI principals; or MTEC-213, SW-281, or EP-225

Required Of

None

Electable By

All B.M. and P.D. students

Semesters Offered

Fall, Spring, Summer

Location

Boston

Department

ELPD

Course Chair

Michele Darling

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