2025

CodeSound: SuperCollider Workshop


An introduction to sound synthesis and live coding with SuperCollider.


Overview

CodeSound is an introduction to sound synthesis and live coding using SuperCollider, a cross-platform environment for audio synthesis and algorithmic composition, widely used by musicians, artists, and researchers working with sound.


Topics Covered

- Introduction to SuperCollider language and IDE
- Synth definitions and real-time sound synthesis
- Working with patterns and Pbind
- Control structures, randomness, and scheduling
- Live coding and performance techniques
- Listening strategies and improvisation


Requirements

- A laptop (Windows/Mac/Linux) with SuperCollider installed: Download here
- Headphones


Online Resources

A Gentle Introduction to SuperCollider by Bruno Ruviaro | PDF
A Practical Guide to Patterns by James Harkins | PDF
SynthDEFaults - Patterns Examples | PDF
Video Tutorials by Eli Fieldsteel | Watch





16.–17. & 23.–24.08.2025
CodeSound: SuperCollider Workshop [Workshop]
10:00 – 15:00
Unsorted Space
Zurich, CH

An Introduction to Sound Synthesis and Live Coding with SuperCollider

Dates and Time
Four sessions, from 10:00 to 15:00
– Saturday, 16 August
– Sunday, 17 August
– Saturday, 23 August
– Sunday, 24 August

Final Presentation
Participants will have the opportunity to present their work live at our next event on 30 August.

Details
Instructor: Luis Sanz
Location: Josefsstrasse 206, Zurich (c/o @unsorted.love)
Level: Beginner
Price: 250.– (Regular) / 150.– (Students)

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