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Re: CalArts Analog Synthesis symposuim: January 14-25th

2009-02-06 by forrest_zak

so was any of this recorded

--- In PLAN_B_analog_blog@yahoogroups.com, "(i think you can figure that out)" 
<peter@...> wrote:
>
> For those of you who may attending CalArts (currently there are a few
> individuals on this list in the student body), I am teaching an Plan B
> Analog Synthesis class in B-305 during the term 2 interim session.  
> 
> Schedule as follows:
> 
> Week 1: M/W/F 4:00–6:00 
> Week 2: TH/F 4:00–6:00 
> 
> Credit Hours: 15 
> 
> Curriculum will include a detailed overview on the operation of
> CalArts' new Plan B system which I will be delivering permanently on
> Monday, as well as in-depth instruction on the principles and
> practices of additive and subtractive analog synthesis which will
> include both theory and analysis of various electronic works
> (Britney's new CD excluded).
> 
> Please note that Morton Subotnick will be returning to CalArts during
> the interim to teach two multi-session classes one is Creating with
> New Media, and another entitled 'What Music really Is" which is also
> in B-305 and precedes my classes the first week. As well, Barry
> Schrader will be teaching an electro-acoustic flavored single session
> class which runs after mine next Friday.
> 
> As a bonus and per my initial proposal to CalArts, individuals who
> complete this class will earn a 10% discount on Plan B modules
> purchased through Analogue Haven in Pomona, Ca.  Discount is limited
> to two racks (84 HP x 2).  You will be given a certificate of
> completion which needs to be presented to AH along with a current
> CalArts ID to earn this discount.  While alumi *may* be able to attend
> the classes (please contact the CalArts Music School to verify this as
> I'm not positive), unfortunately only those currently enrolled at the
> school are eligible for this discount. This cert is non-transferable
> and expires at the beginning of the 2008 Fall session.  Certs have
> been made available to assure you finish the course (thus learning the
> proper operation and care of the synth) and to assist if you wish to
> pursue analog synthesis in your own studio.
> 
> The CalArts Plan B system consists of:
> 
> Model 15 x 3
> Model 10 x 3
> Model 13 x 2
> Model 9
> Model 11
> Model 12
> Model 14
> Model 24
> Model 25
> Model 26
> Model 28
> Dual Panner (custom module)
> 8 x 4 sequencer (custom module)
> Mult panel, which may be sub'd for either a Model 17 or Model 27 as
> they become available.
> 
> The system is housed in a very attractive three row sloped-front
> custom case, very similar to my main cabinet shown in the link below,
> yet with a textured water-base black lacquer finish and standing only
> 12 1/2 inches tall by 22 inches wide by 17 inches deep and weighing
> about 14 tons (not really, but I put a hefty PSU in there).
> 
> Here's the link:
> 
> http://www.flickr.com/photo_zoom.gne?id=2047074497&size=l
> 
> hope to see you there.  Rock on,
> 
> - P
>

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