Spring 2020

Song Writing

Listed in: Music, as MUSI-267

Formerly listed as: MUSI-67

Faculty

Eric W. Sawyer (Section 01)

Description

The writing of songs based upon a study of the works of past masters in a variety of styles, including rock, blues, American folksong, "shape note" music and more. A composition course with much individual attention. Significant class time will be spent discussing student compositions, with occasional meetings with the instructor outside of class hours. Two class meetings per week.

Requisite: Students should have some background in music performance, chords, or writing. Limited to 12 students. Spring semester. Professor Sawyer.

If Overenrolled: Preference will be given to first-years, sophomores, and music majors.

Keywords

Artistic Practice, Fine Arts for Non-majors

Offerings

2022-23: Not offered
Other years: Offered in Fall 2007, Fall 2010, Fall 2016, Spring 2020, Fall 2020