2008/09 Undergraduate Module Catalogue
MUSI3021 Analysis and Criticism of Symphonic Repertoire
20 creditsClass Size: 80
Module manager: Dr Clive McClelland
Email: c.mcclelland@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) View Timetable
Year running 2008/09
Pre-requisites
| MUSI2020 | Analysis of Tonal Music |
This module is mutually exclusive with
| MUSC3061 | Analysis and Criticism of Symphonic Repertoire |
This module is not approved as an Elective
Objectives
This module aims to present critical analyses of 19th and early 20th century symphonic music through the study of selected models and discussion of theoretical and methodological approaches. Students should learn to balance formal and critical observation by the use of written prose supported by suitable tables and diagrams.Syllabus
Symphonic techniques and forms in the orchestral music (including explicitly programmatic works) of composers such as Beethoven, Berlioz, Wagner, Brahms, Mahler, Elgar, Debussy, Vaughan Williams and Bartok.
Teaching methods
| Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
| Lecture | 11 | 2.00 | 22.00 |
| Private study hours | 178.00 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 22.00 | ||
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 200.00 | ||
Private study
Weekly listening, score study and reading tasks and preparation for following lecture/seminar. Individual preparation of analytical material. Preparation for module examination.Opportunities for Formative Feedback
Class discussion with tutor; checking progress of compilation of portfolio of exercises; one mid-term assignment.Methods of assessment
Coursework
| Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
| Portfolio | portfolio of analytical exercises | 50.00 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 50.00 | |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
Exams
| Exam type | Exam duration | % of formal assessment |
| Standard exam (closed essays, MCQs etc) | 0 hr 00 mins | 50.00 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Exams) | 50.00 | |
3-day take-away examination in January.
Reading list
The reading list is available from the Library websiteLast updated: 23/09/2008
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