The focus of this seminar is on individual computer music composition projects. Through class discussions, we will discuss works-in-progress with each other and explore related theory, aesthetics, repertoire, and tools.

This course is not a historical overview of computer music, an introduction to music theory, or a practical lab in using specific languages or software applications. Composition is by its nature, mostly an individualized pursuit, and every composer needs to discover his or her own unique approach to planning, writing, and realizing musical ideas.

I expect each of you to come to this course with different backgrounds, levels of experience, and personal goals. This class, then, is a forum for us to share our ideas and try out new approaches, strategies, and tools.