MU 242 - Studies in Film Music

This course is designed to develop a general understanding of the technical, historical, and aesthetic aspects of film music. Students will learn how to breakdown and analyze the primary components of an individual film score and develop a basic ability to identify specific musical instruments and compositional techniques. The course will also discuss many of the influential film score composers of the 20th and 21st centuries and their contribution to the film score.

Note: Meets Aesthetic and Creative Engagement Learning Outcome (AEST)

Four credits.