HLM 660 - History of Music Theory

3 credit(s)
A survey of principal writings of Western theorists from Henricus Glareanus to Heinrich Schenker, including such topics as modality, counterpoint, and harmony. Emphasis will be on how conceptual ideas were related to various aspects of the music experience (composition, performance, analysis, theory). Consideration will also be given to the history of music analysis. Readings from original sources. Three hours weekly.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.

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