JPER
5201

Laptop Ensemble

College of Performing Arts: Jazz

Non-Liberal Arts
Undergraduate Course
Graduate Course
Laptop Ensemble
Fall 2024
Taught By: Nathan Davis
Section: A

CRN: 16179

Credits: 2

This electronic band will explore the use of the laptop computer as a primary performance instrument in order to push the boundaries beyond acoustic ensembles . We will explore various sound producing techniques such as synthesis, sampling, drum machines, live-processing effects. The focus will be the human-led performativity of the laptop to find new sounds, new rhythmic & tuning systems and new musical gestures. All types of performers are welcome - previous experience with electronic sound software or hardware is useful, but not required. Performers will also learn to program and code their own instruments and design unique performance environments. While the laptop will be at the core, the players will also engage various peripherals such as effects-pedals, microphones, sensors, game-controllers, video and electro-modified traditional instruments. The final performance will comprise of original compositions, improvisations and adaptations of pre-existing tunes. Requirements: you must own a laptop with a working 1/8" audio output jack. Elective ensemble by audition at the instructor's discretion.

College: College of Performing Arts (CO)

Department: Jazz (JZZ)

Campus: New York City (GV)

Course Format: Group Lessons (G)

Modality: In-Person

Max Enrollment: 12

Add/Drop Deadline: September 9, 2024 (Monday)

Online Withdrawal Deadline: November 17, 2024 (Sunday)

Seats Available: Yes

Status: Closed*

* Status information is updated every few minutes. The status of this course may have changed since the last update. Open seats may have restrictions that will prevent some students from registering. Updated: 7:00am EDT 10/14/2024

Meeting Info:
Days: Tuesday
Times: 7:00pm - 9:30pm
Building: Arnhold Hall 55 W13th
Room: 624
Date Range: 8/27/2024 - 8/27/2024
Days: Tuesday
Times: 7:00pm - 9:30pm
Building: Arnhold Hall 55 W13th
Room: 624
Date Range: 10/1/2024 - 11/26/2024
Laptop Ensemble
Spring 2025
Taught By:
Section: A

CRN: 14865

Credits: 2

This electronic band will explore the use of the laptop computer as a primary performance instrument in order to push the boundaries beyond acoustic ensembles . We will explore various sound producing techniques such as synthesis, sampling, drum machines, live-processing effects. The focus will be the human-led performativity of the laptop to find new sounds, new rhythmic & tuning systems and new musical gestures. All types of performers are welcome - previous experience with electronic sound software or hardware is useful, but not required. Performers will also learn to program and code their own instruments and design unique performance environments. While the laptop will be at the core, the players will also engage various peripherals such as effects-pedals, microphones, sensors, game-controllers, video and electro-modified traditional instruments. The final performance will comprise of original compositions, improvisations and adaptations of pre-existing tunes. Requirements: you must own a laptop with a working 1/8" audio output jack. Elective ensemble by audition at the instructor's discretion.

College: College of Performing Arts (CO)

Department: Jazz (JZZ)

Campus: New York City (GV)

Course Format: Group Lessons (G)

Modality: In-Person

Max Enrollment: 30

Add/Drop Deadline: February 3, 2025 (Monday)

Online Withdrawal Deadline: April 15, 2025 (Tuesday)

Seats Available: Yes

Status: Open*

* Status information is updated every few minutes. The status of this course may have changed since the last update. Open seats may have restrictions that will prevent some students from registering. Updated: 7:00am EDT 10/14/2024

Meeting Info:
Days: Tuesday
Times: 7:00pm - 9:30pm
Building: Arnhold Hall 55 W13th
Room: 624
Date Range: 1/20/2025 - 5/6/2025