Western Art Music: Baroque to Mid-20th Century
This module has been designed primarily to meet, in part, the registration requirements set down by the Teaching Council of Ireland in respect of the curricular subject of Music. It is also suitable for music lovers who would like to learn more about Western Art Music.
This module explores the main developments in Western Art Music beginning with the Baroque era and progressing to the mid-20th century, in the context of political and social change. The most significant composers and seminal works of each era will be examined in this musical journey through the ages, with the online delivery ensuring a flexible and accessible learning experience.
Western Art Music: Baroque to Mid-20th Century
This is a single module at level 6 on the Irish National Framework of Qualifications carrying 5 ECTS Credits
Indicative Content
- Contextualisation of political and social situation for composers from the Baroque to mid-20th Century in relation to their output
- Exploration of significant musical developments in Western Art Music from the Baroque to mid-20th Century
- Identification of seminal works of each era
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module, a student will be able to:
- Recognise the main composers and repertoire associated with Western Art Music from the Baroque to mid-20th Century
- Discuss the stylistic conventions of each era
- Assess the impact of political and social changes on the music and composers of each era
Learning and Teaching Methods
- Weekly participative seminars
- Guided listening both during class and independently
- Guided viewing of relevant audio-visual materials
Assessment Methods
100% Continuous Assessment
Course Leader(s)
Dr. Hazel Farrell
Email: hfarrell@wit.ie
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