Physical Modeling Synthesis Update

JULIUS O. SMITH III

Center for Computer Research in Music and Acoustics (CCRMA)
Department of Music, Stanford University, Stanford, California 94305 USA

Abstract:

Recent research in physical modeling of musical instruments for purposes of sound synthesis is reviewed. Recent references, results, and outstanding problems are highlighted for models of strings, winds, brasses, percussion, and acoustic spaces. Emphasis is placed on digital waveguide models and the musical acoustics research on which they are based.