Music majors need not apply (those wishing a technical composition course should take Introduction to Composition, MUSC 230), because Discovering Music Creatively is designed specifically for the novice; some students in the class may never have read music or played an instrument. The class is small, allowing for personal interaction with the teacher in a nurturing "workshop" environment. You will be guided through a carefully structured series of projects, based upon models from the classical masters, to "create your own" compositions. Best of all, as you learn to unleash your creative spirit, you will hear your own music performed live in class by music performance majors.
Surrounding these musical activities will be readings, stimulating discussions, and glimpses into the world of the contemporary classical music scene. This popular course is taught by an active, award-winning composer, Michael Kurek, chair of Blair's composition/theory department.
"His ability to teach his craft of composition is unparalleled. I will always remember this class at Vanderbilt as one in which I learned the most. Thank you."
--former student, on a course evaluation form
Credit?
Arts and Science--elective
Engineering--humanities
Peabody--humanities