MUTH 538. Mathematical Models for Musical Analysis.
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MUTH 538
Mathematical Models for Musical Analysis.
Credits: 3
Offered by: Music Research (Schulich School of Music)
This course is not offered this catalogue year.
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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