Fall 2024 Dance BC2567 section 001

MUSIC FOR DANCE

Call Number 00254
Day & Time
Location
TR 2:40pm-3:55pm
306 Barnard Hall
Points 3
Grading Mode Standard
Approvals Required None
Instructors Colleen Thomas
Robert Boston
Type LECTURE
Course Description Prerequisites: Previous dance experience is necessary, a comp course in the dpt is preferered, permission of instructor This course covers basic music theory, ear training, and literature, incorporating practical exercises in which students apply musical understanding to compositional and performative modalities of movement. Students will investigate the elements of music that drive dance, the expressive influence dance can have on music, and the vital reciprocity between both activities. Emphasis will be placed on an historical survey and analysis of western musical forms from the Middle Ages to the present as well as influential music from other cultures, expanding students’ awareness of the aural characteristics of a variety of musical styles while giving historical context and critical perspective on contemporary popular styles. In addition to lectures and reading requirements, the course involves listening assignments and in-class exercises structured to develop basic musical literacy and skills. Students will be introduced to multiple approaches to listening and to creating music through a combination of studio practice, theoretical study and analysis. Exploration of musicality as perceived by performer and audience will be covered, as well as learning conventional music terminology.
Web Site Vergil
Department Dance @Barnard
Enrollment 8 students (15 max) as of 11:06AM Saturday, December 7, 2024
Subject Dance
Number BC2567
Section 001
Division Barnard College
Section key 20243DNCE2567X001