First Advisor
Singleton, Kenneth
Document Type
Dissertation
Date Created
8-1-2011
Abstract
Ten vocal and instrumental pieces from the Renaissance and early Baroque have been selected and transcribed to provide a unique opportunity for high school band students. Through these transcriptions, students will gain historical perspective, including information about period instruments, composers and genres. Elements of music theory, style, and musicianship can be explored. The polyphonic quality of the Renaissance transcriptions will teach students to hear and perform independent melodic lines. Each transcription has been edited for modern instruments and concert band instrumentation. Musical elements (such as dynamics, bar-lines, and articulations) that are absent in the original pieces have been added so students can focus on developing the aforementioned musical skills and knowledge. Editorial considerations include text, melodic and rhythmic motives, and specifications for grade three publication.
Abstract Format
html
Keywords
Polyphany; Music; Baroque period; Renaissance period; Musical Transcriptions; Concert Band
Extent
190 pages
Local Identifiers
Zamzow_unco_0161D_10083
Rights Statement
Copyright is held by author.
Recommended Citation
Zamzow, Laura E., "Transcriptions of renaissance and baroque polyphony for high school band" (2011). Dissertations. 290.
https://digscholarship.unco.edu/dissertations/290