Music technology gives us massive power, but doesn't help us one whit as far as artistic maturity goes. Zen and the Art of Music Technology discusses to how we can humanize the computer, and use it as a very high-level musical instrument. The computer, despite its appearances, can be approached with every bit of seriousness and dedication that any other instrument demands, and this book will show you how to attain these high artistic standards. To do this, the book will borrow from Eastern philosophies, particularly those of Soto Zen Buddhism. These philosophies stress the importance of the work process, and encourage a certain purity of motive that is a perfect match for the musical quest.