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Applications of Algorithmically-Generated Digital Audio for Web-Based Sonic Measure Ear Training

Authors: Ariza, Christopher

AES Convention 125 · Paper 7645 · October 2008

Abstract

This paper examines applications of algorithmically-generated digital audio for a new type of ear training. This approach, called sonic measure ear training, circumvents the many limits of MIDI-based aural testing, and may offer a valuable resource for computer musicians and audio engineers. The Post-Ut system, introduced here, is the first web-based ear training system to offer sonic measure ear-training. After describing the design of the Post-Ut system, including the use of athenaCL, Csound, Python, and MySQL, the audio generation procedures are examined in detail. The design of questions and perceptual considerations are evaluated, and practical applications and opportunities for future development are outlined.

Details

Published in
AES Convention 125
AES Convention
125
Paper number
7645
Publication date
October 6, 2008
Session subject
Audio Digital Signal Processing and Effects
Affiliation
Towson University (See document for exact affiliation information.)
Type
Convention Paper