Sound Arts - Sound Arts History and Literature

Sound Arts History and Literature (SNDA 1360)

Total Credits: 3
Lecture Credits: 3.00

Description: In this course, you will explore the relationship between technology and the sound arts by listening to, reading about and discussing important music recordings, film soundtracks and videos from the body of works created in these media. Using a historical perspective, a study will be made of the electronic and computer music produced in institutional and private studios through this century, the landmark pop and rock recordings, the development of film music and sound design and the effect of technology on live performance.

Topical Outline:

Learning Outcomes:
1. 1. Relate to how sound tools and works have impacted their associated industries, and connect with 20th-21st Century society in general
2. 2. Analyze a wide range of significant sound works (musical and non-musical)– on the work’s own terms– by developing non-judgmental, analytical listening skills
3. 3. Analyze the varied practical uses of topics studied in other Sound Arts courses
4. 4. Integrate historically significant figures and works into the their personal experience; thereby allowing the pattern of exposure, influence, and (later) new creation to continue

Prerequisites: 

SNDA 1310 and MUSC 1150.