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Syllabus,
Advanced Form and Analytical Technique, MUS 302 (2 credits)
Dr. John Cheek, ext. 7152, office #102 Basic Information: Advanced Form and Analytical Technique examines the formal approaches composers take to music composition. Objectives of the Course: By studying the ways composers handle the various forms, students gain insight into their individual style and develop a deeper esthetic appreciation of their works. Students expand knowledge of the analytical techniques learned in the theory sequence by analyzing and writing exercises in the style of various composers. Students learn basic forms of western art music from the Baroque to the present. The relationship between motive, phrase and larger structure and overall apprehension of compositional unity is attained. Teaching Methodology: Class meets twice a week (50 minutes each). Each class is a given over to analysis of composers’ works, followed by discussion. Regular assignments will by given and each student will be expected to present their analyses and original work in class. Reading assignments will also be given and materials placed on reserve in the music library in the Mauney music building. Evaluation: Homework assignments (to be kept in a portfolio) count for 75% of student’s grades. 25% is added additionally for a final analysis project. Text: There is no formal text for this course. Students will be expected to obtain scores for study and use harmony from last semester. Attendance Policy: This course adheres to the college’s policy for attendance, as listed in the General Catalog, pages 69 and 70 Academic Integrity Policy: This course adheres to the college’s policy for academic integrity, as listed in the General Catalog, pages 63-66. Schedule for MUS 302Week 1: Motive, phrase and their relationship to larger structure Week 2: Dance forms from the Baroque and Classic periods Week 3: Dance forms from the Baroque and Classic periods Week 4: Dance forms from the Baroque and Classic periods Week 5: Simple character pieces of the 19th century Week 6: Simple character pieces of the 19th century Week 7: Simple character pieces of the 19th century Week 8: Midterm portfolio review Week 9: Larger forms of the 19th century Week 10: Larger forms of the 19th century Week 11: Larger forms of the 19th century Week 12: Bartok, Stravinsky, Schoenberg and others Week 13: Bartok, Stravinsky, Schoenberg and others Week 14: Serial music and atonality Week 15: Serial music and atonality/Final projects North Carolina State Competencies 1.1 The ability to use a knowledge of music history and theory to enlarge the student’s understanding of music and the evolution and characteristics of style 1.7 The ability to analyze and interpret representative works of the past and present and to perform and or teach them with understanding. 2.1 A broad musical background based on a comprehensive understanding of music, and the ability to integrate this understanding into artistic musical expression. 4.14 The ability to convey to students creative approaches to the study and performance of music which will enable them to become consumers as well as performers of music. 5.11 A recognition of the need for a vital and diversified music curriculum in the schools which will encourage continued musical growth and involvement beyond the years of formal education.
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