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Über Musik Und Zum Computer

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Über Musik Und Zum Computer --- 1971

Released in a 28.5 x 28.5 cm hardcover book with 134 pages in german language about composing, music reception and the upcoming role computers play in compositions of serious new music. The book contains a 9" vinyl with listening examples. Side A features the computer CSX-1, located at the University of Illinois. A1, A2 composed in 1964, A3 composed in 1966. A1 is computer generated sound material used for "Sonoriferous Loops". Side B features the computer Illiac II, located at the Universtiy of Illinois. B1 to B4 composed in 1967, B5 composed in 1969. B1 is computer generated sound material recorded on two reel-to-reel tapes. B2 to B3 are computer compositions for solo drums.