Students will develop an understanding of the music of Igor Stravinsky and be able to relate it to the composer's creative process and the broader cultural context. The impact of Stravinsky’s music will also be explored through the study of selected works by other 20th-century composers. Topics covered will include a study of Stravinsky's output in relation to nationalism, impressionism, neoclassicism, collage and serial techniques, minimalist structures and scenic considerations.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject students be able to:
write on music
have further appreciation of the cultural contexts of music
undertake scholarly work using bibliographic tools and discussion/analysis of primary sources.
Generic skills
On completion of this subject students be able to: