Electronic Film Music (365-0-1)

Instructors

Christopher Mercer
camercer@hotmail.com

Meeting Info

Regenstein Hall of Music MCR: Mon, Wed 2:00PM - 3:20PM

Overview of class

The course will focus on electronic approaches to film scoring. It will consist of historical overview (going back to the 1940s), significant composers and repertoire examples, and practical exercises in scoring. The course will cover multiple film genres with special emphasis on science fiction, horror, and fantasy. Composers covered include John Carpenter, Vangelis, Jerry Goldsmith, Dave Porter, Hans Zimmer, and Hildur Guðnadóttir.

Registration Requirements

Prereqs: MUS_TECH 259 or equivalent experience.

Learning Objectives

General history of electronic music in film scoring. Basic approach to practical electronic scoring.

Teaching Method

Lecture and projects

Evaluation Method

Quality of projects

Class Materials (Suggested)

Materials will be provided by the professor.