MUS 513S - String Chamber Music Literature

The study of period performance practice, musical interpretation, rehearsal techniques and analysis of formal structure of Baroque, Classical, Romantic and contemporary music written for small string ensembles. Weekly listening assignments, in-class performance and literature readings promote discussion and demonstrate various approaches to realizing the literature. Students will be required to perform in at least one ensemble throughout the semester and present a lecture/performance on one movement of a pre-determined piece.

Prerequisites & Notes
Session cycle: Fall. Yearly cycle: all years.

Credits: 3