SCFC674
Mozart the Dramatist
We all know Mozart as the supreme composer: He was hugely prolific despite his short span of years; a genius (everything he touched turned to gold); and versatile, excelling in every genre of music there was and bringing some (the piano concerto, for instance) to a state of perfection.
Less known is the fact that Mozart was a great dramatist—arguably the greatest dramatic composer of them all. He understood human nature, and he was able to convey this understanding with dazzling compositional skill. No matter how good the libretto, the dramatic power of Mozart’s operas comes primarily from the music with which he tells his story.
Please note that enrolment in this course is limited to adults 55+.
| Section | Sessions | Dates | Time | Campus | Instructor(s) | Cost | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SCFC674-VA1121 | 6 - Thu | Feb 23–Mar 29 | 2:30–4:20 pm | Van | Harvey De Roo | $104 | Closed |
You may take this course as part of the following program:
What will I learn?
We will examine Mozart’s greatest dramatic works:
- Idomeneo
- Le Nozze di Figaro
- Don Giovanni
- Così fan tutte
- La Clemenza di Tito
- Die Zauberflöte.
How will I learn?
- Lectures
- Audio clips
- Discussion (may vary from class to class)
- Papers (applicable only to certificate students)
Who should take this course?
This course is for anyone who is interested in both the social and historical development of humanistic photography.
How will I be evaluated?
(For certificate students only)
Your instructor will evaluate you based on an essay you will complete at the end of the course. You will receive a grade of “satisfactory” or “unsatisfactory.”
Textbooks and learning materials
Reading material (if applicable) will be available in class. Some course materials may be available online.