MUS 2862 - Song Arrangement I

Credits: 2

Prerequisite(s): MUS1130, MUS1140, MUS1864, MUS 2860

Description: This course focuses on transforming original raw song material into fully formed ensemble arrangements. Students are introduced to basic concepts in orchestration for the modern pop and rock ensemble: learning the fundamental attributes, functions, and ranges of the guitar, bass, drums, vocals, and piano in order to understand how to create viable arrangements for these instruments that work in multiple idioms. Students deconstruct the rhythm sections and vocals of existing songs to understand how and why they work as a unit. Students create re-arrangements and remixes of existing songs, but also work on ensemble arrangements of original material.