Course Description:
Surveys the use of music in film and video and gives an overview of the mechanics of synchronization and the psychological implications of applying music to film. Analyzes specific dramatic situations, followed by discussion of such scoring techniques as click tracks and picture recording. Studies films such as _The Informer_, _Alexander Nevsky_, _Citizen Kane_, _Forbidden Planet_, _Woman in the Dunes_, and _Tron_. Discusses the works and careers of specific film composers such as David Raksin, Aaron Copland, Jerry Goldsmith, Sergei Prokofiev, and John Williams.
Fall Offering:
None
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Spring Offering:
None
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None
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Summer 1 Offering:
None
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Summer 2 Offering:
None
Prerequisite 2:
Cross-Listed Course 1:
MUS U113
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Cross-Listed Course 2:
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Repeatable:
N
Additional Information:
Approved course: NU Core-Arts/Humanities Level 1
Approved course: Arts & Sciences Core-Arts Context
