RTVF 180 to 189 A-Z - Special Topics

Semester Hours: 1-3

Current Special Topics:

RTVF 181B - I Want My MTV: The Intersectional Relationship Between Music & the Moving Image

This class will examine the intersectional relationship of music and video production from the musical score as an integral element of cinema to the contemporary practice of filming and editing live music performances through music documentaries, live studio productions, and music videos. Through readings, screenings, and the analysis of works by classic and contemporary composers, students will explore the symbiotic relationship of film and music from historical, technological, and theoretical perspectives. Students will have the opportunity to work with the same leading digital tools that have accelerated the revolution in independent music publishing and video production as they explore the narrative functions of music through hands-on audiovisual projects. Students will become familiar with the techniques and collaborative workflows of music composers and filmmakers in practical and creative ways. Projects include scored film projects and on-camera performances of original scores for music students, and music videos, short music documentaries, and live-to-tape broadcasts for film/television students. Through these projects students will gain familiarity and confidence in the collaborations involved in the cinematic interpretation of live and pre-recorded music as they develop their unique creative styles and approaches. Final evaluations will be based on technical and creative mastery as well as each student’s contributions to highly collaborative group work. 

Prerequisites: RTVF 021  or RTVF 026  or RTVF 047  (any one of the three of these)

Same as: MUS 180T , MUSB 151B  

This course is a featured interdisciplinary course for Fall 2026. For more information, visit our Interdisciplinary Courses Webpage.

RTVF 184F - How’d we get to Sesame Street

Television programming has always reflected the art, culture, and politics of its time. The societal upheaval of the 1960’s changed the children’s television industry forever. Using video screenings of influential shows, entertainment industry publications, and analysis of historical text, students will explore successful children’s programming of the late 60’s and early 70’s. Emphasis will be placed on researching and writing about pivotal historical events and will require students to trace television’s contributions. Current trends in children’s media will also be explored. This class will allow students to begin to understand the functions and methods of television content producers.

Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
Specific titles and course descriptions for special topics courses are available in the online class schedule.

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