Cincinnati Christian University, MUSICAL STYLES, Spring 2013
INTRODUCTION TO MUSICAL STYLES
A Survey of Western Music History
Syllabus
Professor: Dr. Hickman PMW 170
Office #269, Phone #244-8188 (T, Th) Class meets T, Th12:30-1:20
Home phone #661-6278 (M,W, F) Classroom #271
Email: Two semester credit hours
REQUIRED MATERIALS
1. The Enjoyment of Music, Shorter eleventh edition, by Joseph Machlis and
Kristine Forney
2. 4-CD set of recordings which accompany the above
RECOMMENDED MATERIALS
The Spiritual Lives of Great Composers, by Patrick Kavanaugh
The material contained in this book will not be tested in this course. However, it
is material which will coincide with the topics in this course and should be of interest to you now and in the future, especially as church musicians.
One copy of all required and recommended materials are on reserve in the CCU library under the professor's name.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
An introduction to the various periods and styles of music, teaching an awareness of aesthetic value in music, tools for listening to music effectively, and an introduction to major composers. Prerequisites: PMW 010 or equivalent.
COURSE RATIONALE
In order to become a well-rounded musician, it is necessary to study music history. It is impossible to study applied music effectively without some basic knowledge of the differences in performance practice from one historical period to another. While music history will be studied in much more detail in the junior or senior year, a concise overview in the freshman year enables the music major to approach his/her applied instrumental or voice study with a basic understanding of similarities and differences between major composers and stylistic periods.
OBJECTIVES
The student who satisfactorily completes this course will be able to:
1. Enumerate the basic characteristics, composers, and genres of each historical period of Western music.
2. Aurally identify stylistic differences and major works.
3. Describe the cultural context of the music of each period in terms of its relation to general history, philosophy, and the arts.
4. Demonstrate an appreciation of the beauty and diversity of Western art music.
5. Form a frame of reference for applying this knowledge to the performance of classical music.
6. Begin learning to write about music.
GRADING
18% for homework assignments and quizzes
19% for first exam
19% for second exam
19% for third exam
25% for final exam
ATTENDANCE
1. Absences. Since this class meets twice a week, only four absences will be allowed per semester. On the fourth absence an "F" will be averaged into your homework grades. On the fifth absence (for any reason) you will be required to drop the course. If you have a valid, documented reason for missing more than this allotment, you may apply for readmission to this class through the Registrar's Office. Save your three "free" absences for serious illness or school trips, as these will come up. You are responsible to get notes and assignments from classmates if you must be absent.
2. Tardiness. If you are late by five minutes or more, you will be marked tardy. Four tardies equal one absence.
3. Make-ups. If you are absent on the day of a quiz or exam you will receive an "F." There will be NO makeups for quizzes. If you have extenuating circumstances for missing an exam, please talk with me and I may arrange a time for you to make it up.
ASSIGNMENTS
All assignments must be typed. Hand in a paper copy by12:30 on the due date. Late assignments will only be accepted between 12:35 on the due date and 12:30 the following class period. Late work will be marked down 20%. Any assignments not turned in by one class period after they are due will receive a “0” grade. If you know you must be absent on the day an assignment is due, turn it in early. Emailed assignments are unacceptable.
PLEASE NOTE
Students who require academic accommodations due to any documented physical, psychological, or learning disability should request assistance from the Academic Support Director, Marie Reeves, within the first two weeks of class. The Academic Support Office also offers tutoring and study help to all students. It is located in the lower level of the Worship and Ministry Building (room 153), or call 244-8420.
The professor reserves the right to change any part of this syllabus or course plan as she deems necessary.
COURSE PLAN
Reading and listening assignments are due the class after they are assigned. For instance, the reading listed for 1/22 will be due on 1/24. Specific guidelines for all assignments, quizzes, and exams will be given 1-2 class periods before the due date or test date. Types of exam questions include: Listening Identification, Fill in the Blank, Matching, Multiple Choice, Short Answer, and Essay.
Date Content Listening Reading
1/22 Introduction to the class and textbook.
Part I. Materials of Music pp. 3-38
1/24 I. Instruments and Styles LG 2, 3 pp. 39-67
1/29 Part II. Medieval Music LG 4, 5 pp. 69-88
1/31 II Renaissance (Sacred) LG 6, 7 pp. 89-95
2/5 II. Renaissance (Secular) LG 9,10 pp. 96-103
2/7 Part III. Baroque Spirit LG 11 pp. 105-112
Quiz
2/12 III. Baroque Vocal Music LG 12, 13, 14 pp. 113-129
Assignment #2 due: Listen to and compare Machaut and Farmer
2/14 III. Baroque Instrumental Music LG 15, 17, 18 pp. 130-147
2/19 Review
2/21 Exam I (covers Medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque)
2/26 Part IV. Classicism in the Arts and Form LG 19 pp. 149-162
2/28 IV. Classical Chamber Music LG 20 pp. 163-169
3/5 and 3/7 No school—spring break
3/12 IV. Classical Symphony LG 21, 22 pp. 170-181
3/14 IV. Classical Concerto and Sonata LG 23, 24 pp. 182-188
Assignment #3 due: Listen to and compare Vivaldi and Haydn Symphony #100
3/19 IV. Classical Vocal Music. Review LG 25 pp. 189-201
3/21 Exam II (covers Classical)
3/26 Part V. The Spirit of Romanticism LG 26, 27 pp. 203-210
3/28 V. Romantic Song and Piano Music LG 28, 29 pp. 211-226
4/2 V. Program Music and Nationalism LG 31, 32 pp. 227-243
4/4 V. Absolute Music LG 33, 34 pp. 244-251
Quiz
4/9 V. Romantic Opera LG 35, 36 pp. 252-266
4/11 V. Opera, Choral Music, Ballet. Review LG 37, 38, 39 pp. 267-281
4/16 Exam III (covers Romanticism)
4/18 No Class—Community Service Day
4/23 Part VI. Modernism and Impressionism LG 40, 41 pp. 283-294
4/25 VI. Early Modern Style LG 42, 43 pp. 295-299
4/30 VI. Stravinsky and Schoenberg LG 44, 46 pp. 300-312
5/2 VI. Nationalism LG 47, 48 pp. 313-339
Quiz
Assignment #4 due: Listen to and compare Smetana and Debussy
5/7 Part VIII. New Directions LG 56, 57, 58 pp. 385-406
Assignment #1 due: Concert Review
All work due (any late assignments, extra credit, etc.)
5/9 Review LG 59, 60, 61 pp. 407-428
Comprehensive Final Exam (half covers Twentieth century and half reviews whole semester),
week of 5/13, according to exam schedule.