MS 374 - Music In The Biedermeier Era
Cultural analysis of composers’ settings and stylistic analysis of compositions of the Biedermeier Era. The emphasis in this historical survey of both vocal and instrumental music will be given to the socio-cultural sphere in Austria and principally the works of Franz Schubert. 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.