Musical knowledge III, Western classical music

Education facts

Code: KOGV23

The history of Western classical music from Classicism to Modernism is discussed, along with presentations of and practical exercises in ear training, rhythm, harmony, harmonic progression, and instrumentation in Western tonal music. The practice, aesthetics, and function of music in society are discussed as well as various approaches to music conventions, and the importance of ear training and theory study to musical development. Instruction is in the form of group tutorials and seminars.

Entry requirements

KOGV00 Main instrument I, Western classical music (15 credits), KOGV02 Ensemble I, Western classical music (7.5 credits), and KOGV21 Musical knowledge I, Western classical music (7.5 credits). Registered for KOGV03 Main instrument II, Western classical music, (15 credits), KOGV04 Ensemble II, Western classical music, (7.5 credits), and KOGV22 Musical knowledge II, Western classical music (7.5 credits). An equivalence assessment can be made.

Education offerings

Each offering has its own dates and conditions. Closed offerings are retained as history and do not mean that a new application is open.

• Musical knowledge III, Western classical music

  Karlstad University

  Arvika

  Start date: 31 August 2026

  End date: 17 January 2027

  Pace of study: 25 %