MS 372 - Music Of The Viennese Classical Period
Cultural analysis of composers’ settings and stylistic analysis of compositions of the Viennese Classical period using original scores. The emphasis in this historical survey of both vocal and instrumental music will be given to the socio-cultural sphere in Austria and the works of Haydn, Mozart, and Beethoven. Content will be closely tied to the repertoire chosen for the Performance Workshop. Includes excursions to historical sites and attendance at performances.
Course Information
Discipline(s):
Music
Term(s) Offered:
Summer
Credits:
3
Language of instruction:
English
Contact Hours:
46 classroom contact hours classroom and at least 18 hours of field study
Prerequisites:
Music major or minor preferred. In the case of non-music majors/minors with serious experience, some exceptions can be considered. All applicants must have at least one year of music theory or the ability to read music and follow a score.