Seminar in Composition. 521 is prerequisite to 522. This course addresses the problems of composing for large ensemble or orchestra. Special attention is given to craft, instrumentation techniques and personal statement. Score preparation and performance material extraction, manuscript reproduction methods and presentation are stressed.
Individual instruction is provided.
Participation in a seminar concerned with the detailed study of recent compositions, techniques and aesthetics is required. A continuation of Composition 521. For description see Composition 521 .