MUL 422 - Music of the Romantic Era

Institution:

Grace College and Theological Seminary

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Description:

After looking at the transitional nature of the career of Beethoven, the growth of romantic style will be examined through the study of specific works by Schubert, Weber, Berlioz, Schumann, Wagner, Brahms, and Mahler. The considerable influence of Beethoven, especially his later works, will be seen throughout this period. Important themes of Romanticism, such as the union of text and music, and the longing for the past among others, will be considered. Also a part of this study will be the 'private' nature of solo vocal and solo piano literature, as will the contrasting and highly public virtuosic expression heard in the works of numerous composers such as Chopin and Liszt. After 1840, there is also the Romantic avant-garde led by Liszt and Wagner through program music and opera. The last half of the Romantic Century also saw a revival of symphonic writing at the hand of Brahms and others. Through the 19th century, the awareness and understanding of the many different types of symbolism expressed in all areas of music led audiences into the musical experience at levels not attained in the past. Skills in formal analysis, critical listening, and style recognition will be stressed throughout this course. Prerequisite: MUL 303, junior standing, or permission of instructor. Three hours.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.grace.edu

Phone Number:

(574) 372-5100

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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