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Stravinsky and Music of the 20th Century (MUSI40021)
HonoursPoints: 12.5Not available in 2024
Overview
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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:
- apply developed research and critical skills.
Last updated: 24 February 2024
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: 24 February 2024
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Journal entries and class presentations | Throughout the semester | 35% |
Essay
| Week 11 | 50% |
Listening test in the final week of the semester | End of semester | 15% |
Last updated: 24 February 2024
Dates & times
Not available in 2024
Time commitment details
120 hours
Last updated: 24 February 2024
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
None
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This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Graduate Diploma in Music Informal specialisation Composition Informal specialisation Performance Informal specialisation Musicology/Ethnomusicology - Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.
Last updated: 24 February 2024