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Musicianship for Actors (256-0-20)

Instructors

Ryan Nelson

Meeting Info

RCMA Lower Level 121: Tues 3:30PM - 4:50PM

Overview of class

Musicianship for Actors is designed to develop a high level of musical literacy for everystudent actor, regardless of their incoming musical ability. The class aims to bridge
the gap between the classroom and "real world" application of music reading and analysis through the practical application of the pitch elements of music (harmony and melody) and temporal elements of music (rhythm, meter, etc.). Daily class activities include sight-singing, ear training, keyboard application, improvisation, and critical listening - all in the context of musical analysis. Musical material will be drawn from the music theatre repertoire.

Registration Requirements

Permission number required.

Students interested in this course should complete this form at this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf5LZviLimXG0DD65lbYv5N7SeWRwbpMERPOyQCzvFWtAAJGw/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=102583703333178006999

Email Dr. Ryan T. Nelson at rtnelson@northwestern.edu with any questions.

Class Materials (Required)

No materials required

Class Notes

Permission number required.

Students interested in this course should complete this form at this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf5LZviLimXG0DD65lbYv5N7SeWRwbpMERPOyQCzvFWtAAJGw/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=102583703333178006999

Email Dr. Ryan T. Nelson at rtnelson@northwestern.edu with any questions.

Associated Classes

LAB - Wirtz 235 Seminar Room: Thurs 3:00PM - 4:20PM

LAB - Wirtz 235 Seminar Room: Thurs 4:30PM - 5:50PM