Max Initiation (session 2) / Max certification level 1

Learn the basics of programming in Max

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Location:

February 1 through Sat 6 February 2021,
10 a.m.- 5:30 p.m.

Ircam

salle Nono

Language

French

Level

Beginner

Prices

1500 €

Program

Morning	General presentation of the Max environment; Types of objects, types of data.
Afternoon	Importance of the order of execution: the object trigger; Simple interactions with a MIDI keyboard.

Morning	Introduction to MIDI data and managing sequences; Creation of a random MIDI machine.
Afternoon	Introduction to audio in Max; Creation of a small sampler of sound files played from a keyboard.

Morning	Control synthesis using envelopes.
Afternoon	Receive data from an external controller (iPad, iPhone); Play a video, understand Jitter matrixes.

Morning	Analyze audio streams and extract pertinent information using simple modules.
Afternoon	Record and manipulate reading sounds from a buffer.

Morning	Modular organization of a patch.
Afternoon	Simple audio processing techniques.

Morning	Manage data external to Max: external libraries.
Afternoon	Certification exam for Max, level 1

The certification test is made up of two parts (90 minutes each):

A test of the applicant’s knowledge with open questions and comments and screen captures;
Following a break, a series of exercises is given to the applicant with several concrete cases, with increasing difficulty. The applicant must find solutions, as if she were in a professional situation (test on a Mac computer with Max).

The jury, made up of two teachers (IRCAM Computer Music Designers/ Specialized Instructors) and a specialist in Max, will evaluate 3 major criteria:

Theory: restitute basic knowledge on Max and its environment (vocabulary for the MIDI and audio system, programming conventions);
Analysis: analyze and interpret the Max programs’ functioning, offer “debugging” solutions;
Application: apply this knowledge and skills to the conception and realization of interactive Max interfaces with precise specifications.

A certificate with the results will be sent to the participants 3 weeks following the exam.