Electronic Musician (2017/11)

Contents 18 // 6 New Orchestral Libraries With the current crop of orchestra-based virtual instruments, it's possible to create strikingly realistic works with only a DAW, MIDI controller, and some skillful programming. Yet, there's always room for more sounds! This month we examine a handful of newly released VIs that are suitable for a wide range of projects, from cinematic scores and game audio to pop arrangements and composer demos. 26 // Interview: Morton Subotnick The 50th anniversary of Silver Apple of the Moon, one of the most important recordings of electronic music, was celebrated last July with a live performance by the composer in New York City’s Lincoln Center. In this exclusive interview, Subotnick tells us about the genesis of Silver Apples, his relationship with Don Buchla and the Music Easel, and how he views live performance. 32 // Roger Waters' Us + Them Tour Programmer Mike McKnight gives us a glimpse of the tech behind this dazzling multimedia production. Keyboard Magazine 38 // The Art Of Synth Soloing - Dennis DeYoung's Styx Solos 42 // Sound Design - Understanding Oscilloscopes Departments 10 // Community 12 // New Gear - Products from iZotope, Royer, EastWest, and more! 14 // Mod Squad - Future Retro Transient 66 // Five Questions - AES president Alex Case on the organization’s new strategic directions How To 18 // Electronic Guitar - Must-Have iPad Apps for Guitarists 56 // Master Class - Vocoders 60 // Techniques - Magical Drum Processors Gear Reviews 44 // Yamaha MX88 46 // Eastwest MIDI Guitar Instruments Series 50 // UVI BeatHawk 2 52 // Tascam Track Factory 54 // Kymatica AUM