Writing and Production Techniques in the Pop/Rock Idiom

Department - CWP
Offered - Fall, Spring, Summer
Course number - CW-221

Techniques of instrumental and vocal writing, arranging, and production in the pop/rock idiom. Includes extensive score analysis of major composers and performers, discussion of stylistic techniques and orchestrations, historical perspective, problem solving, and basic production and programming concerns. The course is designed to guide the student in developing an original pop/rock writing style.

Credits: 2
Course Chair: Matthew Nicholl
Prerequisites: AR-112 and HR-211
Required of: None
Electable by: All