MUS3190

Keyboard music

Proposed to be offered next in 2000

C Williams

8 points - 3 hours per week - Second semester - Clayton - Prerequisites: MUS2110, MUS2120

Objectives On successful conclusion of the subject, students should have had practice in recognising keyboard styles by ear and eye and should be able to locate them on a chronology of broader artistic styles.

Synopsis This subject surveys the history of keyboard instruments from the earliest hydraulic organ to the latest electronic reconstruction. In terms of repertoire, the 'peak' pieces will be examined against the background of styles and forms of lesser known works. Certain works are studied in great detail.

Assessment Written (2500 words): 40% - Examination (3 hours): 45% - Assignment: 15%

Prescribed scores and texts

Byrd W and others Parthenia
Bach J S Aria mit 30 Vernderungen (Goldberg variations)
Chopin F Preludes Op.28
Webern A Variationen für Klavier Op. 27
Kirby F E A short history of keyboard music The Free Press

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