DRAMA 6135-45 — Music Studies

2 credits
Fall and Spring
Michelle DiBucci

An introduction to a wide spectrum of musical styles and compositional devices with emphasis on listening to and speaking about music and its connection to all of the arts. The first semester concentrates on key elements of music including melody, rhythm, harmony, form, texture and timbre. Actors will have the opportunity to engage with music students and outside musical guests. The second semester includes work on contemporary song forms, opera, and the origins of African-American music.