Spring 1994 Course Descriptions ● School of Education and Social Policy ● College of Arts and Sciences ● 0501 General Music ● School of Speech ● McCormick School of Engineering & Applied Science [email protected] Course Descriptions, Evanston Campus Registration Northwestern University Last Updated: May 3,1994 Spring 1995 Course Descriptions School of Education and Social Policy ● 0205 Educational Processes ● 0210 Learning Sciences ● 0225 Human Development and Social Policy ● 0230 Counseling Psychology [email protected] Course Descriptions, Evanston Campus Registration Northwestern University Last Updated: May 3, 1995 Spring 1994 Course Descriptions College of Arts and Sciences ● 0000 Freshman Seminars ● 0000 Senior Linkage Seminars ● 0403 Anthropology ● 0404 African-American Studies ● 0405 Art History ● 0406 Art Theory and Practice ● 0407 Astronomy ● 0409 Biological Sciences ● 0410 Humanities ● 0411 Chemistry ● 0413-0415 Classics ● 0416 Comparative Literary Studies ● 0417 Economics ● 0418 American Culture ● 0419 English ● 0421 Geography ● 0423 Geological Sciences ● 0425 German ● 0427 History ● 0429 Religion ● 0430 European Thought and Culture ● 0433 African and Asian Languages ● 0434 Linguistics ● 0435 Mathematics ● 0439 Philosophy ● 0447 Physics ● 0449 Political Science ● 0451 Psychology ● 0455 French ● 0457 Italian ● 0459 Portuguese ● 0463 Spanish ● 0467 Slavic Languages and Literature ● 0471 Sociology ● 0473 Statistics ● 0480 Women's Studies ● 0482 Integrated Arts Program ● 0495 International Studies [email protected] Course Descriptions, Evanston Campus Registration Northwestern University Last Updated: May 3, 1995 Spring 1994 Course Descriptions School Of Music Kathleen Robinson General Music Studies for Non-Majors A70-0, Sec. 20 INTRODUCTION TO MUSIC Office Address: Music Adm. Building Phone: 491-5431 Expected Enrollment: 60 COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course will provide an introduction to the diversity of music styles and genres through the examination of various musical elements (such as melody, harmony, texture, tone color, form) and the ways in which these elements have been used in the different periods of music history. The course will focus largely on the development of listening skills, since aural perception is tantamount to the enjoyment of music and the chief means by which music is experienced in our society. Some attention will also be given to the basic skills needed for reading a musical score. Among other assignments, students will be asked to attend concert performances during the quarter and write about their observations in light of material covered in class. PREREQUISITES: None. TEACHING METHOD: Lecture-discussion classes. EVALUATION: Written assignments, attendance, class participation. READINGS: Textbook - TBA. Special Note: A waiting list will be kept in MAB 112. Wait- list students must attend first day of class. (Area VI: Literature & Fine Arts) Optional subsequent courses: B70-1 or B70-2 The Western Musical Tradition (Area VI) B52-0 Harmony (Area II) General Music Studies for Non-Majors. A75-0, Section 22 Title: History of the Orchestra and the Rise of the Conductor When: Spring Quarter, 1994 Instructor: Huw Edwards Expected Enrollment: approx. 30. CAMPUS ADDRESS: Pick-Staiger Concert Hall (1-5441), or the TA Room, Music Administration Building (1-5713). DESCRIPTION: This course will trace the history of the orchestra, from its evolution, through many developments, to the modern-day symphony orchestra. Elements of each orchestral family will be investigated to gain a good working knowledge of the orchestra. (Attending on-campus concerts will be a useful part of this course.) Works from each period will be studied, concentrating on those with major changes in the development of the orchestra. The history of orchestration can be traced through this process. The future of the symphony orchestra will also be discussed. The rise, and role of the orchestral conductor will be the other major area of study, from the composer/conductors of the 19th century, to the jet-set maestri of today. PREREQUISITES: None. The ability to read music, although a help, is by no means a "must" for this course. An interest in music (or the subject matter), plus an inquisitive mind are the only prerequisites for this survey. TEACHING: This class is primarily a lecture, but class discussion and involvement will be a major factor. Audio/visual resources will be used on a regular basis. Responses to listening examples, and "philosophical areas", will lead a good deal of understanding of this interesting subject area. TEXTS: A course packet, compiled by the instructor will be the primary resource. It not my intention to have students purchasing expensive books. Packet will be available from the instructor. READINGS: Along with the course packet, other readings/listening assignments will be given. EVALUATION: Will cover many areas: class participation and interaction is essential; a midterm test; a final exam; and a brief class presentation, or a short term paper/musical report (eg. comments/critique on a concert or a conductor). Gloria Inan General Music Studies for Non-Majors, B53-0 FORM AND ANALYSIS Office Address: Music Administration, 711 Elgin Road, Rm. I-2 Phone: 491-5431 or 491-7575 Expected Enrollment: 25 COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course is designed as an introduction to basic analytical techniques. Forms, harmonic, and rhythmic structures will be emphasized in repertoire from the Baroque period to the present. PREREQUISITE: B52-1 or approval of the instructor. Students should possess a basic knowledge of tonal theory, including scales, intervals, and fundamental harmonic structures. TEACHING METHOD: The class will include lecture and discussion of analytical techniques and theoritical concepts. There will also be listening assignments. EVALUATION: Examinations will be given on materials analyzed in class. A final analysis project is required. READINGS: Selected readings from theory periodicals and texts. Mark Daniel Schmid General Music Studies for Non-Majors B70-2 WESTERN MUSICAL TRADITIONS II Limit: 100 Students Office Address: Music Administration Building, I-1 X5431 or X7575 COURSE DESCRIPTION: The course is designed as a chronological survey of the history and literature of music in the Western world from the 18th century through the present including popular American styles. We will focus on the emergence and development of specific musical genres, forms and styles and the composers represented therein. Attention will also be given to careful study and analysis of many of the great "masterworks", thereby fostering a broader understanding of musical elements, forms and styles, as well as an appreciation for some of the most significant works of music literature. PREREQUISITES: A70-0 Introduction to Music; OR B70-1 Western Musical Tradition; OR permission of instructor. TEACHING METHOD: The major portion of class time will be devoted to lecture and listening, although student participation and discussion is strongly encouraged. Special demonstrations and performances are also scheduled from time to time throughout the course. EVALUATION: The grade is determined from a mid-term exam, a final exam and a short paper. There will also be several brief listening assignments to be completed during the quarter. TEXTBOOKS: None. Special note: Mandatory attendance at first class. Waiting-list students should attend first class. (Area VI: Literature and Fine Arts) ENSEMBLES All NU ensembles are open to non-music majors for 0-.5 credit. Auditions are required for each ensemble and will be held at the beginning of Spring Quarter. 0500 C64-0 Choral Organization Call 1-5714 (MAB 27) for audition information. Section 21 University Chorale Section 22 University Singers Section 23 University Chorus Section 24 Vocal Jazz Ensemble Section 25 University Women's Chorus 0500 C68-0 Chapel Choir Call 1-7256 for audition information. 0500 C74-0 Band Organization Call 1-3412 for audition information. Section 21 Symphonic Wind Ensemble Section 22 Symphonic Band Section 23 Concert Band 0500 C77-0 Jazz Ensembles (instrumental) Call 1-3412 for audition information. Section 21 Jazz Ensemble Section 23 Jazz Lab 0500 C93-0 Orchestral Organization Call 1-5441 for audition information (strings only) Section 22 Chamber Orchestra Section 23 Philharmonia Students will be registered in the spring for all ensembles after all auditions are heard. Performance Study for Non-Majors 30 minute weekly lesson Credit: .5 unit Day/Time: Lesson time to be arranged with instructor By Audition Only A limited number of spaces are available for non-majors to study piano, voice, flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, saxophone, French horn, trumpet, trombone, tuba, percussion, violin, viola, cello, double bass, and guitar. Enrollment by audition only. Audition information will be posted outside the Music Administration Building, Room 110. Students should be prepared to perform one selection (preferably classical music). Voice students should bring an extra copy of their music for the provided accompanist. [email protected] Course Descriptions, Evanston Campus Registration Northwestern University Last Updated: February 8, 1994 Spring 1994 Course Descriptions School of Speech ● 0605 - Performance Studies ● 0610 - Communication Studies ● 0615 - RTVF ● 0620 - Communication Sciences and Disorders ● 0630 - Theatre [email protected] Course Descriptions, Evanston Campus Registration Northwestern University Last Updated: February 7, 1995 Spring 1994 Course Descriptions