Week 2 – Coding I (PM)

Code Hacking I – Hacking Harmonies & Minecraft with Code

Week 2 – PM | Summer SciTech July 8 – 12 | 1PM – 4PM

Challenge –

Using the science behind sound and music, embark on an exciting journey to blend creativity, coding, and Minecraft. Can you apply your understanding of sound principles to create and modify music within the Minecraft environment using code?

Explore the magic of harmonies, rhythms, and melodies as you use code to produce instant and awe-inspiring results. This challenge encourages you to not only grasp the science behind sound but also to unleash your creativity by seamlessly integrating coding skills with the immersive world of Minecraft. How can you transform the Minecraft experience through the power of sound and music, making it an unforgettable and unique adventure?

Projects Include –

The Science of Music, Electronic DJ: Digital Music Making, Musical Minecraft

Learning Objectives –

1. Understanding Sound Energy:
   • Explore the fundamentals of sound energy, including how vibrations create sound waves.
   • Identify the properties of sound, such as pitch, amplitude, and frequency, and understand how they contribute to the overall quality of music.
2. Music Production Basics:
   • Gain insights into the basics of music production, including the role of instruments, notes, and chords.
   • Learn how to compose simple melodies and harmonies, considering the principles of creating music that is pleasing to the human ear.
3. Digital Harmonies and Coding:
   • Introduce the concept of digital harmonies and the role of code in modifying and enhancing music.
   • Develop basic coding skills to manipulate digital harmonies and experiment with modifying musical elements.
4. Applying Coding to Minecraft Music:
   • Extend coding skills to the Minecraft environment to modify in-game music and sounds.
   • Understand how code can be used to create dynamic and immersive musical experiences within Minecraft.
5. Creative Expression in Minecraft:
   • Encourage creative expression by guiding students to use their coding and musical knowledge to design unique and personalized music experiences within Minecraft.
   • Explore the intersection of coding, music, and Minecraft to foster creativity and innovation.