MU 326: Vocal Literature - Song Repertoire

This is a survey course of song literature from 1600 to the present day. Students study the representative composers, poets, and works, with extensive listening and performance required. Emphasis is placed on German Lieder, French Melodie, Italian Canzone, and the British and American art song. An analysis of performance practices of the various musical periods, styles, and representative composers of each genre. Offered alternating odd years, pending enrollment. Offered fall semester, odd numbered years only.