MHST 245 - Music in the Classic Era


Semester Offered: First Semester
Full Course
Credits: 4 Credits
Attribute: CNDP, DDHU

A survey of music from the mid-18th century through the time of Beethoven. Discussion of developments in Italian and French opera, of German and English instrumental and sacred works, patronage systems and the dissemination of music including its place in the concert repertory today. Particular attention will be paid to instrumental and vocal works of Haydn, Mozart and Beethoven. Three classes plus one listening laboratory per week.
Enrollment Limit: 30
Instructor: C. Macdonald
Consent of the Instructor Required: No
Prerequisites & Notes
MHST 101 or CMUS 100.


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