Writing for Orchestra – Studio Orchestra

CW-411

An advanced study of the techniques and concepts of writing and arranging for the orchestra in a studio setting. A continuation of CW-311 with the addition of the string section, French horn, percussion, additional woodwinds, and harp. Emphasis is placed on orchestral combinations, stylistic factors, techniques of scoring melody and accompaniment, sophisticated voicings techniques, writing effective introductions and endings, and routining an arrangement. Extensive use of recorded examples and score extracts.

Credits
2
Prerequisites
CW-311 or CW-321, and CW-496
Required Of
CWPR majors
Electable By
CWPR majors
Semesters Offered
Fall, Spring, Summer
Location
Boston
Department
CWP
Course Chair
Amparo Edo Biol
Taught By
Courses may not be offered at the listed locations or taught by the listed faculty for every semester. Consult my.berklee.edu to find course information for a specific semester.