Advanced Composition I - MTC 512
June 29 - August 2, 2026
Online blended - 3 Credits
Composition I is a course that explores basic compositional approaches with a focus on the development of student's individual musical interests. Students write short pieces, each elaborated over a period of several weeks, exploring different principles of instrumental texture (e.g. monody, homophony, polyphony) and formal design (e.g. theme and variations, motivic development, song, dance forms). Works in progress are evaluated via peer and instructor critiques.
No prior experience composing is necessary, but students will need to have passed the Graduate Assessment Test in Music Theory or have taken MTC 591 Music Theory Review. Technical requirements include access to Zoom and use of any music notation software, such as MuseScore.
Course
DETAILS
Meeting Pattern
MTC 512 is an online course during the summer session with weekly zoom meetings scheduled with Dr. Maggio.
Course Enrollment
Course Enrollment - MTC 512
| Enrollment Options | In-State | Out of State |
|---|---|---|
Masters+ |
Tuition - $334 per credit* Fees - $169 per credit *Reflects $200 tuition discount |
Tuition - $601 per credit* Fees - $189 per credit *Reflects $200 tuition discount |
Non-Degree Seeking |
Tuition - $534 per credit Fees - $169 per credit |
Tuition - $801 per credit Fees - $189 per credit |
Masters Students |
Tuition - $534 per credit Fees - $169 per credit |
Tuition - $801 per credit Fees - $189 per credit |
COURSE
INSTRUCTOR
Robert Maggio
Professor