MUSC 114 Music in Film

A course dedicated to the exploration and appreciation of symphonic/art music through the medium of film. Class discussion will include the function of music in film, a general survey of the history of film, an overview of the history of art music, and a chronological look/listen at the films. Music from each musical era (Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Contemporary) will be examined. The course will not only challenge students to listen more intensely and to gain a deeper appreciation of what he/she hears, but it will also challenge them to examine their emotional and psychological reactions to sounds and music.

PRQ: None
Meets: A.   NEW GEN ED: Meets HU

Credits

3

Attributes

  • Fulfills arts requirement