MU 202 - Music of the Renaissance

Institution:

Boston College

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Description:

This course examines the composition and practice of music from circa 1420 to circa 1600 within the context of the unprecedented florescence in the arts, sciences and letters throughout Western Europe known as the Renaissance. We examine the art of Netherlandish polyphony (both sacred and secular), the sacred and secular genres of France, England and Italy and a broad range of instrumental music. The course explores musical analysis, performing practices, notation, with an emphasis on the acquisition of some experience in performing Renaissance music. The works of the following composers are treated in detail: Josquin, Palestrina, Byrd, and Victoria.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.bc.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 552-8000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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