MUS 524

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Seminar in Works of Select Composer

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Credit: 2 OR 4 hours.

Intensive historical and analytical study of the works of important composers; each term devoted to one composer.

May be repeated to a maximum of 16 hours. Prerequisite: Graduate standing in Musicology; Music and Sound Studies graduate minor; or consent of instructor. Graduate students in music will be considered if they passed MUS 528 A (consult Class Schedule for specific section information).

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MUS 524 class schedule data for spring 2025
	CRN	Type	Section	Time	Day	Location	Instructor	Section Details
	39716	Lecture-Discussion	A	3:00PM -4:20PM	MW	0357 Music Building	Magee, J	Part of Term: 1 Date Range: 01/21/25-05/07/25 Credit: 4 hours Section Title: Sondheim Section Info: Topic: "MUSIC OF STEPHEN SONDHEIM." This course explores the musical theater of Stephen Sondheim, from page to stage and screen. To understand what makes Sondheim’s work distinctive, we will focus on several key shows, read libretti, study lyrics and piano-vocal scores, watch productions, listen to cast albums and other performances, and read commentary on his work. Works to be explored will include Gypsy, Company, Follies, A Little Night Music, Sweeney Todd, Into the Woods, and others as time allows. We will come to grips with recurring themes and musical approaches in his work; the nature of his collaborations with other musical theater artists, including performers, directors, producers, and writers; and the range of interpretation that those collaborators and others have brought to the shows. Requirements will include thorough preparation and active participation in class, short writing assignments, and a final project that will include research, creative, and performance options. Enrollment is open to non-music majors by instructor approval. Restriction(s): Restricted to Graduate - Urbana-Champaign. Restricted to students in the Music department.