MUSA 451 - Private Composition

(1-2 units) CO14

Weekly applied lessons in composition at the Junior/Senior grade levels. Lessons are delivered in an individual setting.

Maximum units a student may earn: 16

Prerequisite(s): MUS 302 and MUS 300, or course instructor permission

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 1
Offered: Every Fall and Spring

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. understand, discuss, and creatively utilize a variety of compositional techniques, with an emphasis on the canon of Western art music.
2. deploy the above techniques through solo, chamber, vocal, large ensemble, and electronic mediums.
3. show the clear beginnings of a unique, contemporary compositional style, balancing creativity and craft.
4. engrave, edit, and distribute their compositions through proficient use of music notation software.
5. present a public recital, during their senior year, of original compositions.

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