Artesis Plantijn Hogeschool Antwerpen
Koninklijk Conservatorium van Antwerpen
Analysis Romantic42572/3638/2627/1/43
Study guide

Analysis Romantic

42572/3638/2627/1/43
Academic year 2026-27
Is found in:
  • Educational Master of Arts in Music & Performing Arts
    Choice option within specialisation:
    • Wind and Brass Band conducting within Music
    • Choir Conducting within Music
    Choice package:
    • Directie Ma 1
  • Master of Arts in Music, programme stage 4
    Specialisation:
    • Conducting
    Choice package:
    • Directie, Master 1
  • Master of Arts in Music
    Specialisation:
    • Conducting
    Choice package:
    • Directie Master 1
This is a single course unit.
Study load: 3 credits
Co-ordinator: Weytjens Stephan
Other teaching staff: Agsteribbe Frank, Proot Stephanie
Languages: Dutch, English
Scheduled for: Academic year
This course unit is marked out of 20 (rounded to an integer).
Possible deadlines for learning account: 01.12.2026 ()
Re-sit exam: is possible.
Possibility of deliberation: This course unit is eligible for deliberation according to the criteria as determined by the degree programme you are enrolled in.
Total study time: 180,00 hours

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this course.

Learning outcomes (list)

2.1 The student has thoroughly mastered musical parameters and structures.
The student can make aural analyses without the score and can use and apply various analytical systems.
The student can independently read a score, understand and critically analyse it, and develop an independent vision of it.
The student can formulate his or her vision of a work in an adequate manner, both orally and in written format.
The student marries up analytical skills with the course content and skills within the subject Research, and vice versa.
The student applies the acquired skills and knowledge in his or her daily performance and study.
The student applies the acquired skills and knowledge from the course unit, Analysis, in order to be able to study in a problem-solving and methodical way.
The student acquires knowledge and understanding of more complex forms and structures using broad examples and is capable of applying this knowledge to the primary and secondary musical parameters.
The student eliminates specific shortcomings and deficiences by independent study.

Course content

Read the study guide.
Crucial in the course is the search for deeper connections and a correct understanding of the notated music; in this way, tools are provided that can lead to a meaningful interpretation and appreciation of a score.

- Analysis ofmusic from the 19th century, with a special focus on Late Romantic music and the evolutions in form and harmony
- Developing research skills

Study material (list)

Elementa (on Digitap)Mandatory
  • Author: Y. Senden
Writing Guide / Style Guide (most recent version)Mandatory

Educational organisation (list)

Learning Activities
Lectures and / or tutorials60,00 hours
Work time outside of contact hours120,00 hours

Evaluation (list)

Evaluation(s) for first exam chance
MomentForm%Remark
1st examination periodArtistic skills assessment during the examination series80,00
1st examination periodArtistic skills assessment permanently during class weeks (Permanent evaluation)20,00
Evaluation(s) for re-sit exam
MomentForm%Remark
2nd examination periodArtistic skills assessment during the examination series100,00