MUS 439 - Creating Music

Institution:

California Lutheran University

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Description:

An exploration of the creative aspects of music writing, combining elements of composition, orchestration and counterpoint. The composition element will focus on writing short instrumental and vocal works in traditional and modern forms. The orchestration component will involve a survey of instrumental characteristics and their compositional use within small and large ensembles. Counterpoint will be introduced through the study and writing of polyphonic structures, such as canon and fugue. Prerequisite: Music 208.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.callutheran.edu/

Phone Number:

(805) 492-2411

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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