Selected aspects of the musical avant-garde in the Western classical tradition in the socio-political climate of the post-War period. Serialism, colouristic and textural composition, music of political commitment, electronic music, musical theatre, process music and the music of chance. Precludes additional credit for MUSI 2004. Prerequisite(s): second-year standing.Lectures three hours a week.
Selected aspects of the musical avant-garde in the Western classical tradition in the socio-political climate of the post-War period. Serialism, colouristic and textural composition, music of political commitment, electronic music, musical theatre, process music and the music of chance. Precludes additional credit for MUSI 2004. Prerequisite(s): second-year standing.Lectures three hours a week.