Fall 2025: Spatial Audio I

• Grad: Special Topics - 93498 - MUSI 8803 - G
• Undergrad: Special Topics - 93458 - MUSI 4843 - VC
• Times: 11:00 am - 12:15 pm, Mondays + Wednesdays
• Location: Rich-Computer Center (3DBox)

Spatial Audio I is dedicated to immersive interactive installations: We will work on a series of installations that will be shown in a 1-month residency at Underground Atlanta. In groups, students will create their own audiovisual experience that will be shown at public events during the residency.

Topics include:

• Planning and installation of spatial sound systems
• Control of audiovisual content with MediaPipe
• Higher Order Ambisonics with Reaper/IEM
• Control data mapping with Python and Pure Data
• Preparation and management of public installations

This interdisciplinary course is part of a two-semester focused curriculum on spatial music and media art, funded through the 2025-2026 Provost Teaching and Learning Initiative. Combined with Spatial Audio I, students get an in depth introduction to the topic. Spatial Audio I - focusing on interactive immersive installations - is not a requirement for this class.