Audible Objects
This workshop series is divided into two sessions. Participants will learn how to create “audible objects” – objects that can sense their environment and respond to touch, motion, or proximity by triggering music or sound effects. The basics of sensor integration with Arduino and triggering sounds with MIDI will be covered.
The workshop will culminate in a working prototype. Students are encouraged to bring their own objects to interface
Day 1
- Arduino Basics
- Sensor Basics
- Analog vs. Digital
- Detecting Events
- Programming Basics
- MIDI
Day 2
- Hook up and test sensors
- Hook up and test MIDI
- Put it all together
Registration Fee:
$90 With Annual Studio/Workshop Pass (see below); $120 Regular Price
Material Fee: $10
Dates: Monday June 13 and Tuesday June 14
Times: 7-10pm
What, if any, prerequisite knowledge should students have? None
What to Bring:
- Laptop. Preferably Mac OSX, but participants can also use a PC.
- Arduino boards will be provided for use in the class. If you have your own you are welcome to use yours if you prefer.
- An object to interface
What to Install in Advance:
Arduino IDE: https://www.arduino.cc/en/Main/Software
Resources: http://projectgus.github.io/hairless-midiserial/
About the Instructor:
Leif Bloomquist is an electronic musician based in Toronto, Canada. He has been experimenting with technology and music since the days of the Commodore 64. Classically trained in clarinet and percussion, he now composes using sequencing software while incorporating interactive technology and open-source hardware, crossing over into performance art.
When not creating mad musical science, Leif is a senior engineer at MDA, an aerospace company best known for their work on the Canadarm. He holds a BASc in Systems Design Engineering from the University of Waterloo. Check out some of Leif's projects here:
https://www.jammingsignal.com/
Questions? If you have any questions about the workshop or special requirements, please contact us at education@interaccess.org. Cancellation and Rescheduling Policy: We are unable to accommodate attendee cancellations or refunds less than 1 week prior to a workshop or event. InterAccess reserves the right to cancel or reschedule this workshop if necessary.