Class Composition (211-0-1)
Instructors
Carlos Bandera
Meeting Info
RCMA 1-172: Tues, Thurs 11:00AM - 12:20PM
Overview of class
This course offers an introduction to music composition, through an exploration of techniques, notational styles, aesthetic theories, and more. We will discuss and practice a variety of methods for writing original music - including notational approaches using musical staves, text, images, and sound - and students will engage with these approaches through assigned readings, listenings, and short composition assignments to be realized and discussed in class. The final project will involve expanding one or more earlier assignments into a larger piece.
Registration Requirements
Students of any background are welcome, and no prior knowledge of composition or music theory is required. However, students will be required to perform or otherwise realize their composition assignments in class, so proficiency on a musical instrument, DAW, or notation software is encouraged. Students should come to class with an open mind, ready to share their work and offer constructive feedback for their peers.
Class Materials (Required)
No materials are required for purchase, but a laptop capable of running a DAW and/or notation software is highly recommended (free programs such as Reaper and MuseScore can be used). Please note: phones and tablets are unable to run these programs effectively and therefore are not suitable alternatives to a laptop/desktop computer. There is no assigned textbook. Assigned readings will be sent out as PDFs.