MUSC 335 - Studies in Instrumental Literature: (subtitle)

2023-2024 Catalog Year

Credit(s): 3
Lecture: 3
Non-Lecture: 0

A seminar focusing on repertoire composed for instruments, delimited by the subtitle in a given semester (e.g., The History of the Symphony, The History of Chamber Music, Beethovens Symphonies, The Post-Wagnerian Symphony, The String Quartet), and considered within the musical and cultural context of its day. Emphasis is on developments in musical style, performance practice, and instrument construction, as well as significant composers, celebrated conductors/ performers, and analytical/performing interpretations. Activities central to the course include listening to, analyzing and discussing representative compositions. Attendance at specific musical performances is required.

Prerequisite(s): MUSC 227.
Repeatable: May be taken twice for credit with different subtitles
Offered: Fall Semester - Odd Years