An historical and sociological overview of the various roles women have played in music in cultures around the world as composers, performers, teachers, entertainers and patrons, etc., from antiquity to the present day, with emphasis on non-Western traditions. A historical survey of women composers, performers, teachers and support personnel from Hildegard von Bingen to such contemporaries as Laurie Anderson, Sofia Gubaidulina, Besty Jolas, Joan La Barbara, Tania Leon, Thea Musgrave, Pauline Oliveros, Joan Tower, and Ellen Zwilich, including a study of the forces that shaped their lives and styles of composition. The characteristics and tendencies of music since 1900. Outstanding composers and significant works are studied. A course to develop skills in the writing, reading and analysis of orchestral scores.
Emphasis is placed on writing.
A detailed examination of formal controls as revealed in selected contrapuntal and homophonic works of music. Specialized study for majors to meet the needs of the individual students. Independent research arranged under the supervision of a member of the department. Music Education Students who may be interested in pursuing a certification program are referred to the Education Department description of our state-approved program. Depending upon funding availability, there is no fee for music majors or minors who are active members of an ensemble.