MUTH 538. Mathematical Models for Musical Analysis.

Credits: 3
Offered by: Music Research (Schulich School of Music)
Terms offered: Winter 2026
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Description

Theoretical topics and analytical applications selected from the following: serial theory, atonal set theory, contour theory, similarity metrics, transformational networks, elementary group theory and generalized interval systems, neo-Riemannian theory, atonal voice-leading and geometry, scale theory, models of tuning and temperament and information theory.
  • 3 hours
  • Prerequisites: MUTH 350 (or equivalent).

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