50 courses in the 1992–93 Undergraduate Calendar, read from the scanned original. The text comes from OCR, so check the scanned page before relying on a detail.
Courses not offered in the current academic year are listed at the end of this section.
Introductory Note
Students should consult their faculty advisor regarding how term courses with credit weights other than 0.5 are counted for degree credit in their program.
The techniques, terminology, forms and styles of Western music through lectures and listening, as exemplified by great works from all eras of music history. Neither MUSIC 150 nor MUSIC 151 may be taken for credit if MUSIC 100 is taken for credit. However, MUSIC 150 and MUSIC 151 together may serve in lieu of MUSIC 100 as prerequisite for upper-level Music courses.
MUSIC 111Fundamentals of Music TheoryF,W,S 3C0,1L 0.5
An introduction to the primary skills of music practice emphasizing the reading and writing of musical notation. Students will learn elementary keyboard, listening, and sight-singing skills. For students with minimal musical background. Does not fulfill Music major or minor requirements.
The study of selected music literature through rehearsals and performance in one of the Music Department's ensembles: University Choir, Chapel Choir, Chamber Choir, Concert Sand, Stage Band. Regular attendance at rehearsals and performances is required. Offered on a creditfail basis.
For musical reasons, admission to any particular ensemble is at the discretion of the director.
An examination of the styles, forms and development of 20th-century popular music. Thé social, commercial and technological aspects of popular music are considered.
A study of the traditional folk music of Canada of both native and immigrant peoples, including traditional instruments, collectors, the ballad of Canada, chansons de Quebec, the songs commemorating the great events of Canada’s history, and songs of work and pleasure.
MUSIC 222Choral Music, Repertoire and Techniques 1F 3C 0.5
A study of conducting techniques, rehearsal techniques, rehearsal procedures and score analysis. Prereq: MUSIC 100 and 270/271 or consent of instructor (Formerly MUSIC 372)
MUSIC 226Music Studio Individual instruction in Voice, Piano, Organ, Classical Guitar and orchestralF,W,S std 0.5
instruments. This course is available only to Music majors and minors. Prereq: Royal Conservatory Grade 8 level and audition with Music Faculty Studio Fee (Formerly MUSIC 266)
The study of music from a behavioural science perspective. Topics include auditory and musical perception, music cognition, musical aptitudes and abilities, learning and pedagogy, creativity and aesthetic experience, emotive human responses, and the social psychology of musical activities.
A survey of traditional music outside of North America, including Africa, South America, the Far East, the South Pacific, the mid-East and Europe, with special emphasis on the role of music within the culture.
The study of the music of the 19th century by means of lectures, seminars, reading, and listening to recordings and live performances. Representative composers include Beethoven, Schubert, Chopin, Tchaikovsky, Verdi and Wagner.
The study of the various genres of music of the 20th century in the context of the various artistic, political and social movements. The course will include seminars, lectures, listening, and analysis.
A survey of the great symphonies from Haydn to Stravinsky, through lectures and listening. A portion of the course will be devoted to works being performed by the Kitchener-Waterloo Symphony Orchestra during the term.
Prereq: None, but MUSIC 100 is recommended. The ability to read music notation is not required.
The study of basic melodic, harmonic and voice leading concepts including an introduction to figured bass and functional harmony. Ear-training, sight-singing and keyboard lab sessions will be integrated with written and analytical work. Prereq: A basic knowledge of scales, triads, and music notation or MUSIC 111 (Formerly MUSIC 250)
The study of harmony, counterpoint and form of 18th- and early 19th-century music. Sight-singing, ear-training and keyboard lab sessions will be integrated with written and analytical work.
Explores questions about the nature of musical expression, making musical value judgments, whether music has a moral character, the relationship between the composer's life and work. Expressive, symbolic, structural, and linguistic approaches to musical meaning will be examined.
A Spring seminar to be taught in Vienna and environs. The course includes daily lectures and attendance of music performances during the Vienna Music Festival, as well as tours of places relating to the Culture of Vienna.
An historical study of the development of music in Canada from colonial times to the present, with particular emphasis on the composers and music of the 20th century. Prereq: MUSIC 100 or consent of instructor {Formerly MUSIC 280)
A research seminar required of ali honours students. The topics will vary from year to year depending on the interests of the students and instructor(s).