An Introduction to Music Technology, Second Edition provides a
clear overview of the essential elements of music technology for
today s musician. This book focuses on the topics that underlie the
hardware and software in use today: Sound, Audio, MIDI, Computer
Notation, and Computer- Assisted Instruction. Appendices cover
necessary computer hardware and software concepts. Written for both
music technology majors and non-majors, this textbook introduces
fundamental principles and practices so students can learn to work
with a wide range of software programs, adapt to new music
technologies, and apply music technology in their performance,
composition, teaching, and analysis.
Features:
- Thorough explanations of key topics in music technology
- Content applicable to all software and hardware, not linked to
just one piece of software or gear
- In-depth discussion of digital audio topics, such as sampling
rates, resolutions, and file formats
- Explanations of standard audio plug-ins including dynamics
processors, EQs, and delay based effects
- Coverage of synthesis and sampling in software instruments
- Pedagogical features, including:
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- Further Reading sections that allow the student to delve deeper
into topics of interest
- Suggested Activities that can be carried out with a variety of
different programs
- Key Terms at the end of each chapter
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- What Do I Need? "Chapters covering the types of hardware and
software needed in order to put together Audio and MIDI
systems
- A companion website with links to audio examples that
demonstrate various concepts, step-by-step tutorials, relevant
hardware, software, and additional audio and video resources.
The new edition has been fully updated to cover new technologies
that have emerged since the first edition, including iOS and mobile
platforms, online notation software, alternate controllers, and
Open Sound Control (OSC)."
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