MUS 402 - Post Tonal Theory

(3 units) CO14

The purpose of this course is to introduce analytic tools that are useful in composing and understanding a wide range of twentieth century music practices.

Maximum units a student may earn: 3

Prerequisitie(s): MUS 302 and MUS 300, or instructor’s permission

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Spring - Odd Years

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. compose and analyze works using pitch-class set theory in this style.
2. compose and analyze works using transformational theory.
3. compose and analyze short pieces using twelve-tone composition techniques.
4. effectively communicate a given piece’s relationship to current and past trends based on analysis of its composition.

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