Music appreciation courses from Curtis Institute of Music

Supplementary resources for #iCreate Music Outreach Program for Mountainair youth and adults as well as a useful resource for the MPS music department and anyone looking to hone their musical appreciation.

With the February 2013 announcement, Curtis becomes the first classical music conservatory to utilize a massive, open, online course (MOOC) platform in partnership with Coursera, a leader in MOOC education.

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EXPLORING BEETHOVEN'S PIANO SONATAS

Taught by Jonathan Biss (Piano '01)

Dates to be announced.

A series of lectures on one of the greatest bodies of music ever composed, from the point of view of a performer. Each lecture will explore a different facet of the music; all will attempt to locate the source of the tremendous psychological power of Beethoven’s music.

Sign up for this Coursera class: free, online

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FROM THE REPERTOIRE: WESTERN MUSIC HISTORY THROUGH PERFORMANCE

Taught by Jonathan Coopersmith andDavid Ludwig (Composition '01)

Dates to be announced.

This course will focus on six important works from the Western classical-music repertoire that represent different eras and genres throughout history. We'll observe performances of this music recorded at Curtis, and our interactive discussions will explore each work’s historical context, musical significance, and compositional design.

Sign up for this Coursera class: free, online

Curtis Institute of Music : Coursera