MHST 332 - History of Film Music

FC CNDP, DDHU

4 credits
A comprehensive survey of film music history from the silent era through the present day. Issues discussed will include compositional developments (growth of instrumentation, use of Leitmotivic structure, expansion of diegetic versus non-diegetic music), music as narrative aid (generating continuity, providing momentum, subliminal commentary), and using music as an iconographic character or plot device. Films viewed will include those with soundtracks by major 20th-century composers as well as specialized soundtrack composers. Recommended Preparation: one 200-level course in music history.

Prerequisites: ESOL 130 (for students in ESOL sequence).