Electronic Music II

ELECTRONIC MUSIC II: is continuation of the study of the integration of electronics into the world of music performance.  Students will review the basics of acoustics and will perform advanced engineering techniques.  Extracurricular experiences in engineering will be provided, including visitation of and collaboration with the local recording industry.  Students will be introduced to the basics of recording techniques and engineering by working with sound equipment in the new ZCHS Performing Arts Center.  Students in “Electronic Music 2” can be trained to so contribute to the Zionsville Performing Arts Center Audio Engineering Staff. The class will also allow students opportunities to continue their work with MIDI technology and electronic music composition.  Composition and arranging will be a large component of this class. Electronic Music I is a prerequisite for this course.  Submission of the “El. Mus. 1” portfolio for review will assist in determining placement in El. Mus. 2.  Theory review will be included in the coursework as needed.  This class may have a moderate cocurricular component linked with music performance events in the ZCHS P.A.C.

 

Length: Semester

Offered: Spring

Number of Periods per Semester: One

 

Grade Level: 9-10-11-12

Course Prerequisites:  Electronic Music I

 

Application: None

Tryout : None

Counselor Approval Required: None

 

Dual Credit: No

Weighted: No

 

Diploma Path: Directed Elective or Elective for All Diploma Paths,  Fulfills a Fine Arts Requirement for the Core 40 Academic Honors Diploma

Quantitative Reasoning: No

 

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