An introduction to perceptive listening. Students are trained to listen analytically and are acquainted with a wide variety of music literature.
Emphasis is placed on understanding of style, form, and terminology.
The works studied will be placed in the historical, political, and sociological milieu in which they were written. No previous musical experience is required. No paper required. Included will be the development of the orchestra and some study of orchestral scores. Pieces studied will be placed in the historical and sociological context in which they were written.