MUS2120

Analytical and Compositional Techniques II (6 points)

(ARTS)

Leader: Thomas Reiner

Offered:
Clayton Second semester 2003 (Day)
Clayton Second semester 2004 (Day)

Synopsis: The unit covers traditional counterpoint, Schenkerian analysis, and the twelve-tone system. Students learn to write species counterpoint and atonal music, and examine the multi-layered harmonic structure of tonal music.

Assessment: Twelve-tone composition: 20% + Counterpoint group assignment: 10% + Schenkerian analysis group assignment: 10% + Examination (2 hours): 60%

Contact Hours: 2 hour lecture per week

Prerequisites: MUS2110