MUSIC157A
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MUSIC 157A - Orchestration
Formerly Known As
157
Course Title
Orchestration
Course Description
A study of instrumentation--the construction capabilities and idiomatic qualities of all of the individual instruments which comprise the contemporary symphony orchestra followed by a study of the 18th-, 19th-, and 20th-century orchestrational technique. Analysis of scores and assignments in scoring of selected instrumental combinations.
Minimum
3
Maximum
3
Grading Basis
Default Letter Grade; P/NP Option
Method of Assessment
Written Exam
American Cultures Requirement
No
Breadth
Arts & Literature
Reading and Composition Requirement
None of the Reading and Composition Requirement
Repeat Rules
Course is not repeatable for credit.
Formats
Lecture
Term
Fall and Spring
Duration (in weeks)
15
Minimum Hours
3
Maximum Hours
3
Outside Work Hours Min
6
Maximum Hours
6