MUS 493E THE CLASSICAL SYMPHONY

A survey of the development of classical symphonies as written by the three major composers of the Viennese Classical period:  Haydn, Mozart, and Beethoven.  Students will study the differences between the composers in relation to melodic ideas, phrase structure, the creation of tension, and the use of harmonic content.  The course includes an in-depth score analysis of selected works, as well as research using primary sources.