Sonic, Mnemonic, Identity, and Memory

MSR2209.01
Course System Home Terms Fall 2015 Sonic, Mnemonic, Identity, and Memory

Course Description

Summary

The best soundtracks create their own universe that is instantly identifiable. This course is a hands-on guide to creating sonic identity. We will explore soundtracks, sonic logos, environments, compositions, and other audio-visual media in an effort to distill what makes something stand apart with a strong identity. Why do we remember the NBC logo? Is it simply repetition or are certain sounds more memorable?  How does the soundtrack for Blade Runner help define the movie?  We will create our own mnemonics, compositions, and scores all based on careful analysis of successful sonic worlds.

Prerequisites

None.

Please contact the faculty member :

Instructor

  • David Baron

Day and Time

TBA

Delivery Method

Unknown

Length of Course

Unknown

Academic Term

Fall 2015

Area of Study

Credits

2

Course Level

2000

Maximum Enrollment

8

Course Frequency

unknown