Paris! Berlioz to the Ballets Russes (MUSI40027)
HonoursPoints: 12.5Not available in 2021
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About this subject
Overview
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Walter Benjamin called Paris the capital of the 19th century. This subject examines some of the ways in which Paris was a centre for musical activity in the 19th century. It looks at the importance of music criticism, music societies, theatres/companies and exhibitions. Repertoire is examined from within social and cultural contexts.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject students should have developed:
- a capacity for independent critical thought;
- high level cognitive skills;
- an openness to new ideas;
- knowledge, skills and practices, which provide a basis for independent critical inquiry and research-based writing.
Generic skills
On completion of this subject students should have developed:
- a capacity for independent critical thought;
- high-level cognitive skills;
- an openness to new ideas;
- knowledge, skills and practices which provide a basis for independent critical inquiry and research-based writing.
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
An essay
| Week 10 | 60% |
A listening test
| End of semester | 35% |
Attendance and participation in class | Throughout the teaching period | 5% |
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Dates & times
Not available in 2021
Time commitment details
170 hours
Additional delivery details
Delivery
This subject is co-delivered with MUSI20120 Paris! Berlioz to the Ballets Russes.
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Further information
- Texts
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Graduate Diploma in Music Informal specialisation Musicology/Ethnomusicology Informal specialisation Performance Informal specialisation Composition - Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
Last updated: 3 November 2022