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MUSIC IN THE BRITISH MARKETPLACE C. 1815-1914

Module code: MU309
Credits: 5
Semester: 2
Quota: 30
Department: MUSIC
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Coordinator: Prof. Fiona Palmer (MUSIC)

	Overview
	Music in the British marketplace underwent a considerable transformation between the Battle of Waterloo and the outbreak of World War I. This module examines the main events, developments, inheritances and legacies of this turbulent period. It investigates the institutions and audiences that underpinned concert life. The relationship between music and commerce is re-evaluated through an exploration of nationalism, promotion, reception and canonization. What did British audiences make of the music of J.S. Bach, Handel, Beethoven, Mendelssohn, Berlioz, Wagner and R. Strauss? How were British musicians and their music viewed at home and abroad? Case studies focus on areas including: the cult of virtuosity, the thirst for large-scale choral music, the evolution of the orchestra and the role of the press.

Overview

Music in the British marketplace underwent a considerable transformation between the Battle of Waterloo and the outbreak of World War I. This module examines the main events, developments, inheritances and legacies of this turbulent period. It investigates the institutions and audiences that underpinned concert life. The relationship between music and commerce is re-evaluated through an exploration of nationalism, promotion, reception and canonization. What did British audiences make of the music of J.S. Bach, Handel, Beethoven, Mendelssohn, Berlioz, Wagner and R. Strauss? How were British musicians and their music viewed at home and abroad? Case studies focus on areas including: the cult of virtuosity, the thirst for large-scale choral music, the evolution of the orchestra and the role of the press.

	Learning Outcomes
	On successful completion of the module, students should be able to: Identify the main events, developments and legacies of the period in this specific context Evaluate the relationships between secular musical institutions, the establishment/state, central European traditions, musicians (performers, composers) and their audiences (critical reception) Analyse the role of the press in the commodification of British composers, performers and musical institutions Discuss the reception and canonization of the works of, for example, J.S. Bach, Handel, Beethoven, Mendelssohn, Berlioz, Wagner and R. Strauss in Britain

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	Autumn Supplementals/Resits
	Are supplemental/resit registrations permitted? Yes Continuous assessment marks are carried forward to the autumn. University scheduled written examination (Autumn): 120 minutes Is Supplemental Continuous Assessment registration permitted? No Is Supplemental Continuous Assessment capped? No

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