Strings and Woodwinds Ensemble Writing

CW-321

This course explores the techniques and the creative options of writing for string ensemble and woodwinds in a variety of styles and combinations. Students learn the necessary instrumentation and orchestration techniques for writing for string quintet and woodwinds, with the addition of different ethnic string and wind instruments from around the world. Content also includes: notation, textures, alternate techniques, solo, and ensemble writing, and principles of hybrid production techniques for creatively combining live players and sound libraries. Composition and arranging techniques such as theme and form development are also covered, with specific reference to the strings and woodwind instrument ensemble.

Credits
2
Prerequisites
CW-211
Required Of
CWPR majors not taking CW-311
Electable By
All
Major Elective for
Contemporary Writing and Production
Semesters Offered
Fall, Spring, Summer
Location
Boston
Department
CWP
Course Chair
Andrea Pejrolo
Taught By
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