Instrumentation and Introduction to Orchestration Course
Program Overview
This program provides a comprehensive overview of orchestral composition, covering the characteristics and scoring techniques of woodwinds, brass, strings, and percussion. Through lectures, discussions, and composition assignments, students will develop their understanding of music fundamentals, score reading, and writing for different ensembles. The program culminates in the creation of three short pieces, demonstrating students' proficiency in orchestral composition.
Program Outline
Outline:
Course Content:
- Characteristics of woodwinds, brass, strings, and percussion
- Scoring techniques for each orchestral family
- Approaches for writing for different ensembles
- Review of music fundamentals
- Reading and studying an orchestral score
Course Structure:
- Lectures
- Discussions
- Composition assignments
Course Schedule:
- Not provided in the context
Individual Modules:
- Not provided in the context
Assessment:
- Composition assignments (3 short pieces)
Teaching:
- Not provided in the context
Careers:
- Not provided in the context
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Outline:
Course Content:
- Characteristics of woodwinds, brass, strings, and percussion
- Scoring techniques for each orchestral family
- Approaches for writing for different ensembles
- Review of music fundamentals
- Reading and studying an orchestral score
Course Structure:
- Lectures
- Discussions
- Composition assignments
Course Schedule:
- Not provided in the context
Individual Modules:
- Not provided in the context
Assessment:
- Composition assignments (3 short pieces)
Teaching:
- Not provided in the context
Careers:
- Not provided in the context