Organizer
AES
The Audio Engineering Society's mission is to promote the science and practice of audio by bringing leading people and ideas together.
Speakers
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Nick Porcaro
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Jordan Rudess
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Gregory Pat Scandalis
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Smith III
Organizer
AES
The Audio Engineering Society's mission is to promote the science and practice of audio by bringing leading people and ideas together.
Physical Modeling Synthesis History, Applications and the Future
Join AES San Francisco for a presentation on Physical Modeling Synthesis History, Applications and the Future, with Gregory Pat Scandalis, Dr. Julius O Smith III, Nick Porcaro and Jordan Rudess at Stanford University’s Center for Computer Research in Music and Acoustics (CCRMA).
The story of physical modeling spans nearly a thousand years—from early explorations of acoustics to today’s cutting-edge synthesis technologies. We now live in a time when anyone can perform like Jimi Hendrix with just small device in the palm of their hands. It’s a fun and deeply technical topic, drawing on many fields, including physics, acoustics, digital signal processing and music.
This tutorial will explore:
- A historical overview of physical modeling synthesis, illustrated with compelling audio examples.
- The critical role of MPE (MIDI Polyphonic Expression) in unlocking the expressive potential of physical models.
- Practical applications for composers and orchestrators using physical modeling instruments.
- Future Applications of Physical Modeling including MIDI 2, the MIDI 2 Orchestral Articulation Profile, and AI Virtual Performers controlling Physical Models.
