Impressionism and the Break from Tonality
Analyzing the transition into the 20th century through Impressionism and the gradual dissolution of traditional tonal centers. Students will explore new harmonic languages and timbral focuses.
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Analyzing the transition into the 20th century through Impressionism and the gradual dissolution of traditional tonal centers. Students will explore new harmonic languages and timbral focuses.
Key Questions
- What are the harmonic characteristics of Impressionist music?
- How did composers challenge traditional tonality?
- What role does timbre play in early 20th-century music?
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