Orchestration

Catalog description

An introduction to the technique of scoring for a variety of instruments and instrumental combinations. Students will learn instrument ranges and transpositions, timbre qualities, idiomatic writing, and arranging for ensembles of varying sizes. Involves analyses of works from various eras of instrumental music and exercises in scoring technique for individual instruments and ensembles. The role of extended techniques in contemporary practice will be highlighted. These techniques will be presented during class discussions and incorporated in written exercises. Prerequisite: MUS 102 or with permission of instructor.