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Band Literature
MUSIC
510

Band Literature

Hours

2.0 Credit, 2 Lecture, 0 Lab

Semester

Winter
Concentrated study of band literature through analysis and conducting.

Score Analysis

Identify and describe elements of form, rhythm, melody, harmony, texture, dynamics, timbres, style and phrasing in a variety of band or orchestral scores.

Historical Knowledge

Describe the evolution of various large scale instrumental forms and trace the development of the styles and composition techniques in band history--while citing research sources for adding to that information.

Knowledge of Composers

List significant composers for the instrumental genres of band or orchestra music and name their most prominent works--while citing research sources for additional information.