MATRIXSYNTH: John Chowning "Stria" (1977) Style


Friday, November 25, 2011

John Chowning "Stria" (1977) Style


YouTube Uploaded by akihikotube on Nov 25, 2011

"Algorithmic Composition based on Stria (1977) by John Chowning.
http://akihikomatsumoto.com/"

John Chowning invented FM synthesis at Stanford. His work eventually made it's way to Yamaha and their FM line of synths. As many know the DX7 revolutionized the world of synthesis with new unheard timbres of sound and the ability to mimic natural instruments not really possible with analog synthesis.

pic via wikipedia

"John M. Chowning (born August 22, 1934 in Salem, New Jersey) is an American composer, musician, inventor, and professor best known for his work at Stanford University and his invention of FM synthesis while there..."

"Color photograph of American composer and electronic music pioneer John Chowning.

Photo provided by Prof. Chowning himself."

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