Video Game Music Composition with Roland S1 

Max Number of Students:  

19

Duration:  

45 Minutes (In Class) + 20 Minutes (Independent Practice) Weekly         

Prerequisites:  

None

Instructional Materials:  

All Materials for this class are provided through the PEARL Library.  

Materials for this class require a signed High Value Electronics Contracts and the return of all equipment at the conclusion of the term. 

NOTE: $20.00 will be deducted from each student's family account to cover the cost of shipping the materials for this class.

Class Description:

In this class, we will use the Roland Aira T8 synthesizer to experiment with sound and compose music that emulates the music of our favorite video games. We will also use Finrsi DSO TC3 Oscilloscopes to visualize the sound waves we are working with.  This class is all about creativity and experimentation.

Beginner to Advanced Musicians Welcome.

No previous synthesis experience required.

New and returning students are welcome in this class. 

Students submit a weekly recorded performance to our shared Google Drive and engage in discussions about each assignment. Guided instructions are provided after each class via a weekly email with an embedded video for students to follow.

Click HERE to watch a video discussion about the Roland S1 with three PEARL students who are currently in a class that uses this instrument.