Music in Film

Catalog description

This course focuses on the ways music functions in narrative film. In the first weeks, students will develop analytical skills to describe the ways music can enhance, comment on, undermine, and direct a viewer's interpretation. The remainder of the semester will follow a generally chronological structure, focusing on influential composers and directors, theoretical writings, and the wide variety of twentieth-century and twenty-first musical styles used in soundtracks. Class discussions and writing assignments will guide students in the study of the interlocking histories of music, film, politics, and culture. This course is designed for all students. Previous musical training is not required. Music, Theatre, & Film fee of $150.00 applies to this course.