ZEN and the Art of Music Technology
Book
Paperback/Softback
240 pages
978-1-59863-483-9 (ISBN)
Description
Music technology gives us massive power, but doesn't t help us one whit as far as artistic maturity goes. "Zen and the Art of Music Technology" discusses how we can humanize the computer, and use it as a very high-level musical instrument. The computer, despite its appearances, can be approached with every bit of seriousness and dedication that any other instrument demands, and this book will show you how to attain these high artistic standards. To do this, the book will borrow from Eastern philosophies, particularly those of Soto Zen Buddhism. These philosophies stress the importance of the work process, and encourage a certain purity of motive that is a perfect match for the musical quest.
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Language
English
Place of publication
Clifton Park
United States
Publishing group
Cengage Learning, Inc
Target group
College/higher education
Dimensions
Height: 246 mm
Width: 189 mm
Thickness: 20 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-59863-483-9 (9781598634839)
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Schweitzer Classification
Content
1. Introduction Why this book is needed What this book is, what it isn't Who should read this How to approach this book Thought Experiment Philosophy vs. religion 2. In the Beginning... Historical overview of Eastern Philosophy Comparative East/West Timeline? Truth is Truth: Comparing Values East vs. West: Contrasts Zen and the Art of Life 3. Right Attitude The beauty of the Beginner Mind The Prize: Satori Time and Place: Living in the moment Attachment Work Attitudes on Self Attitudes on Quality Tying it in: How attitude affects art How attitude affects computer art 4. Right Practice Sitting and breathing Dealing with Frustration Breaking attachments Making the work matter Zen and working with a DAW Striving for Quality without Attachment The Art of Happiness