Sound Synthesis

This course provides an introduction to real-time synthesis algorithms for interactive applications and musical instruments. Course begins by teaching fundamental building blocks of audio signal processing, including control shaping and basic mathematical tools for composition. These building blocks are then constructed together to make synthesizers for sound design applications. The classic synthesis algorithms will be presented, including additive, FM, subtractive, granular, wavetable, and physical modeling. Final projects will include using new techniques in a composition or interactive performance.