MUSC X 483.43 - Instrumentation and Introduction to Orchestration
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Course Description
Explore why musical instruments sound as they do, how their sound is produced, and the rudiments of combining those sounds together. Learn the characteristics and basic idiomatic scoring techniques for each orchestral instrument family (strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion), as well as approaches of writing for different ensembles. Coursework also includes a review of music fundamentals and how to read and study an orchestral score. Apply your knowledge by composing three short pieces to be played in class.Course Outline
Explore why musical instruments sound as they do, how their sound is produced, and the rudiments of combining those sounds together by learning the scoring techniques for each orchestral family.Prerequisites
The ability to read music, knowledge of music notation, and an understanding of the fundamentals of music theory. Basic working knowledge of a music notation program such as Sibelius, Finale, or Dorico is required, as students are required to produce and print music scores and instrumental parts for their assignments. Additionally, it is recommended to have any professional quality computer-based Digital Audio Workstation.
Applies Towards the Following Certificates
- Acting : Elective Courses
- Directing : Elective Courses
- Entertainment Studies : Elective Courses
- Film and TV Development : Elective Courses
- Film Scoring : Required Courses, Elective Courses
- Independent Music Production : Elective Courses
- Music Business : Elective Courses
- Post-Production : Elective Courses
- Study Abroad at UCLA Program : Required
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