MUSIC 3701

Performing Chamber Wind Music

Course Description

Course information provided by the Courses of Study 2021-2022.

The Argentine tango composer and virtuoso bandoneón player Astor Piazzolla is considered one of the most important figures in the history of tango. Piazzolla's centenary falls in 2021, and we will celebrate his legacy by performing his tango nuevo music alongside traditional Argentine tangos from composers such as Juan d'Arienzo, Carlos Gardel, and Osvaldo Pugliese. All members of the ensemble will also interact with master tangoists and participate in free dance lessons. We will live and breathe the tango!

When Offered Fall.

Permission Note Enrollment is limited to a selection of the following instruments: two violins, cello, double bass, two flutes, clarinet, alto saxophone, bass clarinet, piano, bandoneón, guitar, and percussion. The final instrumentation will be based on audition results and musician availability.

Comments Audition required. Auditions will be held during the first two days of the semester. Check the music department website for details.

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