This course includes study of sixteenth- and eighteenth-century counterpoint through composition and analysis. Following this is an introduction to jazz theory through analysis. The semester concludes with study of twentieth-century compositional styles including Impressionism, extended tonality, set theory, serialism, and minimalism. Students compose and perform an original minimalist process piece.
Prerequisites
MUS 201/203 or advanced placement by examination. Must be taken concurrently with MUS 202.
Course UID
002069.1
Course Subject
Catalog Number
204
Long title
Music Theory IV