Ge Wang: The DIY orchestra of the future

Ge Wang: The DIY orchestra of the future

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Interactive Video

Information Technology (IT), Architecture

11th Grade - University

Hard

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The video explores the concept of computer music, starting with an introduction to the Chuck programming language, which is used to create music through coding. The speaker discusses the Stanford Laptop Orchestra, which combines laptops and custom-built instruments to create unique sounds. The video also introduces Smule, a company focused on creating expressive mobile music apps like Ocarina. The speaker emphasizes the role of technology in music creation and how it can connect people globally, as demonstrated by a global singing collaboration following the 2011 Japan disaster. The video concludes by highlighting that computer music is about people and their connection through technology.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's initial response when asked about their profession?

I am a music teacher.

I am a sound engineer.

I do computer music.

I am a software developer.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Chuck primarily used for?

Creating visual art

Programming video games

Designing websites

Composing music

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of the hemispherical speaker arrays in the Stanford Laptop Orchestra?

To amplify sound for large audiences

To reduce noise pollution

To mimic the sound projection of traditional instruments

To enhance visual effects

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the original purpose of the GameTrak controller used in the Laptop Orchestra?

A flight simulator

A virtual reality device

A golfing controller

A racing simulator

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary function of the Ocarina app developed by Smule?

To turn a smartphone into a musical instrument

To edit audio files

To play pre-recorded songs

To record music

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the Ocarina app detect the strength of the user's blowing?

Using a pressure sensor

Through the microphone

Via a temperature sensor

With a touch screen

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What historical change in music-making does the speaker reflect on?

The popularity of live concerts

The invention of the phonograph

The decline of family music-making

The rise of digital music streaming

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