Student Originated Software 1997-1998 Fall Quarter
		A Software Engineering Course at The Evergreen State College

Project Proposal Template Project Name or Current Identifier: Real-time audio manipulation program a.k.a. The Music Machine. Contact Person: Mike McCracken Contact Person E-mail: mccrackm@evergreen.edu Web Site: No new info here Customer Organization (or user base): Anyone with the desire to express themselfs in an electronic audio format. Minimum functionality: Loop and/or play multiple samples simulteaneously with real-time control over the mix and pitch thereof. Purpose of System: The purpose here is to expand the artistic capacity of a computer. Brief Description of System Functionality: Play, mix, filter, and scratch audio samples in real-time. Software to make a home computer a musical instrument usable in performances. Hardware and Software Platform: The system should run on a PC and/or Mac. Possible programming tools: CSound, DirectSound, Lisa, etc. (undetermined) Other Pertinent Information( user interface, etc.): Interfaces and such are a vital part of the usability of the program but are yet not specifically determined.