Melodic Shapes

For this week's assignment, we were tasked to use FM/ AM synthesis processes to form a number of simple timbral shapes (5 FM, and 5 AM), and additionally, create a short composition using these recordings.  In the soundcloud embedded component below, you fill find the 5 sounds from both AM and FM synthesis, and, the short composition.  Below the composition are the answers to the accompanying questions.

1. What parameters enabled you to produce the most subtle changes in timbre? 
• Of the different parameters, I found the modulation index to make the most subtle changes in timbre out of all the various inputs.  The noticeable change which stems from the adjustments in the modulation index is a an increased muffled filter sound, particularly in the FM.
2. Which method do you prefer better, A.M. or F.M. Synthesis?
• I prefer frequency modulation, as I feel it offers a more distinct and smooth change in tone.