MUS 421 - Orchestral Literature

Units: 3
An historical survey of orchestral literature with a focus on important composers and their respective contributions to the genre. Includes the study of significant orchestral compositions. Field trips may be required.

Prerequisites: MUS 212.
Possible Instructional Methods: On-ground.
Grading: A-F grading only.
Student Learning Outcomes - Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Trace the development of the orchestra as a musical performance medium from the baroque period through the present.
Analyze works for orchestra by significant composers, and present findings in class and group settings.
Analyze works for a variety of orchestral configurations, i.e. chamber orchestras, symphony orchestras, etc.
Analyze works and contributions by composers who represent a variety of diverse populations, such as female composers, composers of color, and other culturally diverse composers.
Relate orchestral compositions to a variety of extra-musical events, such as political movements, cultural developments, national and global events, etc.