Schenkerian Analysis
MUSIC 823 covers Schenkerian Analysis, focusing on the theoretical concepts and analytical methods of Heinrich Schenker.
Summary
Historical reviews of Brian Hyer: The course involves Schenkerian analysis, which is described as really demanding, requiring significant effort from students.
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Historical instructors & teaching patterns
Historical reviews of Brian Hyer: Brian Hyer is described as a brilliant and caring instructor who delivers an interesting and engaging introductory theory class. Reviewers note his admirable dedication to pedagogical principles, though the utility of the course is debated. The content, specifically Schenkerian analysis, is considered well worth the effort for those prepared for demanding work.
BRIAN HYER is recorded teaching in Fall 2006, Spring 2009, Fall 2010, Fall 2012, Spring 2015, Spring 2017, Spring 2020. Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.
Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.
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the class
Historical reviews of Brian Hyer: Brian Hyer's introductory theory class is interesting and engaging, though its utility is debated. Schenkerian analysis is demanding but well worth the effort for those prepared for the challenge.
Recent recorded grades — Spring 2015: 3.86 GPA, 92.9% A/AB (n=14 letter grades); Spring 2017: 3.90 GPA, 100.0% A/AB (n=10 letter grades); Spring 2020: 4.00 GPA, 100.0% A/AB (n=10 letter grades).
difficulty & workload
Historical reviews of Brian Hyer: The course involves Schenkerian analysis, which is described as really demanding, requiring significant effort from students.
Historical reviews of Brian Hyer: Hyer is a caring and brilliant instructor whose dedication to pedagogical principles is admirable, making the class engaging despite debates over its utility.
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