MUSIC 371Music Theory 4 (20th Century)
- Units
- 0.50
- Faculty
- Arts
- Subject
- Music
When it runs
- F24
- W25
- S25
- F25
- W26
- S26
- F26
- W27
- S27
Ran in 1 of the last 7 terms. Winter 2027: not on the schedule. Spring 2027: schedule not out yet.
The study of the theoretical and compositional aspects of Western art music in the 20th century. Students will compose and analyze post tonal melodies and harmonies of extended tonality, atonality, 12-tone writing, pitch-class set theory, fusion, and other 20th-century techniques. Upon completion of the course students will be able to discuss some concepts, philosophies, and approaches of music theory, and recognize (and compose in) different types of post tonal musical styles and techniques.
Prerequisites
- Must have completed the following:
- MUSIC271 - Music Theory 2 (0.50)
Antirequisites
None listed.
Leads to
No course lists it as a requisite.
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