MS 374 - Music In The Biedermeier Era

Cultural analysis of composers’ settings and stylistic analysis of compositions of the Biedermeier Era. The emphasis in this historical survey of both vocal and instrumental music will be given to the socio-cultural sphere in Austria and principally the works of Franz Schubert. Content will be closely tied to the repertoire chosen for the Performance Workshop. Includes excursions to historical sites and attendance at performances.