MUS 311 FOUR WORKS FROM FOUR PERIODS

A study of four major works from four historical periods: Handel's Messiah (1742), Beethoven's Ninth Symphony (1824), Berlioz's Symphonie fantastique (1830), and Stravinsky's Sacre du printemps (1913). The class examines each work's premiere performance and its contemporary significance, and includes score study and analysis. Readings include First Nights by Thomas Forrest Kelly.

Credits

4

Prerequisite

MUS 223 and, either MUS 247 or MUS 248.

Enrollment Limit

Enrollment limited to 18 students.