A study and application of specie modal counterpoint in two, three, and four parts, including text-setting. Individual research resulting in a term paper or the equivalent is required. This course is offered on an alternating schedule. Check with advisor for next offering. A study and application of principles of tonal counterpoint, including canons, inventions, and fugues.
Individual research resulting in a term paper or the equivalent is required.
This course is offered on an alternating schedule. Check with advisor for next offering. Composition A basic course in arranging techniques, including jazz-rock harmony, melodic phrasing, contemporary chord symbolization and terminology, basic voicings for brass, reed and rhythm section. Individual research resulting in a term paper or their equivalent is expected. This course is offered on an alternating schedule.