POST 460: Sound and Music Synthesis for Film

This course focuses on the integration of perception, theory, and practice using digital electronic sound synthesis to create custom sound effects and music for visual media. Topics will cover the use and creation of digital electronic sound synthesizers, audio mixing, acoustics, and the history of electronic music in film. Students will learn how to use synthesizers to create customized sonic designs as well as how to apply them to film, video, and interactive experiences. Projects and labs will incorporate real-world examples, practical tutorials, and lectures that will include guests working in audiovisual media, sound design, and electronic music composition for film.