MUSA212

Current Trends in Composition

15 points

Not offered 2023, offered in 2022

For further information see Humanities

Description

A survey of techniques and trends in post-tonal music, with an emphasis on present-day repertoire. The course aims to give a global perspective on the plurality of evolving cultures of contemporary art music that exist today. From this perspective the student can take their first steps, or further steps, towards identifying their own unique voice and finding their place in the world of contemporary music. Advanced concepts in musical materials, transformation, development, handling of form, and instrumental performance techniques, are also taught.

Prerequisites

MUSA100; and one of MUSA110, MUSA114, MUSA115

Restrictions