Browse Hierarchy ECS742P: Interactive Digital Multimedia Techniques

Interactive Digital Multimedia Techniques (IDMT) studies human-computer interaction through the lens of digital lutherie. The module will introduce students to fundamentals of creating their own musical instruments (final project) using methodologies and technology across music, design, engineering, and computing. Using a combination of hands-on and theoretical exercises, we will explore the influence and feedback between the tool (e.g., a musical instrument/interface), its user (a musician/producer), and the creative output (music/sound/timbre). Along the way, we will learn about interaction design, embedded computing (using Arduino or Bela), sensor technology, sound programming and synthesis (using Max/MSP or PureData), machine learning (using Wekinator), and musicality/timbrality (using your sensibilities as a musician/sound artist).