Arts and formalisms

This course aims to provide in-depth knowledge of the meaning of various formalisms, as well as principally important criticisms made against them.

Formalisms have emerged in a broad field between aesthetics and science. Historically, musical aesthetic formalism was pioneering, but the formalisms that have developed in connection with other art forms display not only similarities but also differences. The course is centred on a selection of classics from different areas, with a focus on common key themes and approaches, as well as differences in approach and ideology.



Teaching Format

Instruction is given in the form of lectures and seminars. 


Assessment

The course is examined on the basis of a take-home examination and an oral group examination.

Examiner

Fall term 2025

Jacob Derkert, Associate Professor

The schedule will be available no later than one month before the start of the course. We do not recommend print-outs as changes can occur. At the start of the course, your department will advise where you can find your schedule during the course.

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Course Administrator Musicology

Mattias Arreborn

expedition.ike@su.se
08162619

Phone hoursMonday – Friday 09:00 – 15:00

Study Councellor Musicology

Cécile Bardoux Lovén

studievagledning.ike@su.se
08164372

Visiting hoursPlease contact me preferably by email. Meeting on site or via Zoom by appointment.