MUM5650

Compositional thought: writings by composers and sound artists ( 12 points, SCA Band 1, 0.250 EFTSL)

Leader: Thomas Reiner

Offered:
Clayton First semester 2006 (Day)

Synopsis: The subject will introduce music students to various definitions of sound and investigate different conceptualisations of music and sound art. Students will investigate musical composition and sound art as a form of research and assess the extent to which leading contemporary composers and sound artists have contributed to the general pursuit of knowledge.

Objectives: On successful completion of this unit, students should have acquired a sound understanding of contemporary approaches to music making, learned to examine and assess the aesthetic and conceptual basis of a range of contemporary musical styles and be able to assess critically the social and cultural significance and potential impact of their own work as musicians.

Assessment: Essay (4500 words): 50% + Two classroom assignments: 20% + 30-minute oral presentation: 30%

Contact Hours: 2 hours (1 x 2 hour lecture) per week