The music of the spheres

City Lit

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    Course

  • Location

    London

  • Start date

    Different dates available

The course aims to provide students with a greater understanding of the theory of the Music of the Spheres and the impact that it has had on music from the medieval to the 20th century.

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London
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Keeley Street, Covent Garden, WC2B 4BA

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About this course

- a greater understanding of the ideas that helped to create the theory of the Music of the Spheres
- knowledge of the main composers who saw their music as a reflection of this theory
- specific knowledge of certain works, and how melody, harmony and structure can be used to convey this idea.

Please bring a notebook and pen.
You may wish to buy some of the music or books recommended in class.

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Course programme

The course will focus on specific works by composers influenced by the theory, and explore the ways in which these works convey the celestial harmony.

Tutor presentation and explanation, including handouts Guided listening and watching of audio and audio-visual examples Class discussion and debate Listening and reading outside class is encouraged and once enrolled futher online resources will be available.

Additional information

To find out more about music appreciation classes and to read some of our recommendations, please see the blog post Music history and appreciation: the 2018/19 programme which lists our full programme of classes listed by term, and by day of the week. You may then click on each title to read the full course outline. General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Student Centre and Library on Monday to Friday from 12:00 – 19:00. See the course guide for term dates and further details

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The music of the spheres

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