MUS 314 - Orchestration

Unit(s): 2

An exploration of fundamental techniques of instrumental and choral arranging. Students will develop familiarity with instrumental and vocal ranges, transpositions, the characteristic sounds of different families of instruments, and various tone color combinations. Students will create arrangements for a variety of ensembles.

Grading: OPT
Prerequisite(s): MUS 210, MUS 220. Familiarity with woodwind, brass, and/or string instruments is recommended. Consent of instructor.