Stravinsky and Music of the 20th Century

This subject is not offered in 2016.

120 hours

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It is University policy to take all reasonable steps to minimise the impact of disability upon academic study, and reasonable adjustments will be made to enhance a student's participation in the University's programs. Students who feel their disability will impact on meeting the requirements of this subject are encouraged to discuss this matter with a Faculty Student Adviser and the Disability Liaison Unit.

Students will develop an understanding of the music of Igor Stravinsky and be able to relate it to the composer's creative process and the broader cultural context. The impact of Stravinsky’s music will also be explored through the study of selected works by other 20th-century composers. Topics covered will include a study of Stravinsky's output in relation to nationalism, impressionism, neoclassicism, collage and serial techniques, minimalist structures and scenic considerations.

On completion of this subject students be able to:

• write on music
• have further appreciation of the cultural contexts of music
• undertake scholarly work using bibliographic tools and discussion/analysis of primary sources.

• Journal entries and class presentations throughout the semester (35%);
• Essay of 2500 words due in week 11 (50%);
• Listening test in the final week of the semester (15%).

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This subject is not available as a breadth subject.

On completion of this subject students be able to:

• apply developed research and critical skills.