Classical Analysis

Overview

The study of the Classical idiom through analysis of selected chamber and piano music by Haydn, Mozart and Schubert. The course will define the basic elements of Classical harmonic language and deal also with longer-range formal thinking.

Learning Objectives

Students should acquire a working knowledge of the harmonic idiom, textures and structural thought of the music of the Classical era.

Skills

SUBJECT SPECIFIC SKILLS

Students will develop the skills of:
(i) Precise observation.
(ii) Discrimination between surface detail and more fundamental procedures.
(iii) Identification of Classical harmonies.

KEY SKILLS

Students will:
(i) Identify, analyse and solve problems by prioritising tasks, coping with complexity, setting achievable goals and taking action.
(ii) Work with information and handle a mass of diverse data and draw conclusions (analysis, attention to detail, judgement).
(iii) Apply subject knowledge and understanding from the degree pathway.
(iv) Possess high level transferable key skills such as the ability to work with others in a team, to communicate (both orally and in writing), influence, negotiate and resolve conflict.
(v) Demonstrate confidence and motivation to start and to finish the job, adaptability / flexibility, creativity, initiative, leadership, decision-making, negotiating and the ability to cope with stress.

Assessment

None