213, 214. Organ Literature, History, and Design 3 hours
Next offered 2005-2006.
215, 216. Piano Literature 2 hours
First (215) and Second (216) Semester. MLIT 215 is an in-depth examination
of piano literature from the acceptance of the fortepiano in late
eighteenth-century Vienna to the key role of the piano as a symbol
of Romantic efflorescence in the mid-1840s. MLIT 216 is a continuation
of the study of piano literature from the invention of the "recital" to
the piano's multiple meanings in the 20th century. Prerequisites:
MHST 101 and MUTH 231 (can be taken concurrently) or consent of the
instructor. Enrollment Limit: 26.
Mr. Chow
220. The Lied 3 hours
First Semester. Performance of Lieder, with emphasis on language,
style, and the partnership between voice and keyboard. Some consideration
of historical background and poetic sources, as well as outside listening
and reading. For singers and pianists. Offered in alternate years.
Prerequisite: One semester of German. (May be waived for pianists.)
Consent of instructor required. Enrollment Limit: 30.
Mr. Highfill
221. The Mélodie 3 hours
Next offered 2005-2006.
300, 301. Survey of Orchestral and Choral Literature 3 hours
First (300) and Second (301) Semester. A one-year course. Study of
stylistic elements, orchestration, vocal writing, formal structure,
problem analysis, and historical perspective in a large section of
major works. Regular listening assignments. Prerequisite: MLIT 300
is prerequisite to MLIT 301. Enrollment Limit: 15. Open only to conducting
majors.
Mr. Floyd, Mr. Smith