The Commutation Test and Chris Bacon’s Score for Source Code as a Framework for Film Music Pedagogy

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Ziegel, Aaron

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2018-05-10

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Towson University. Department of Music

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Ziegel, Aaron. "The Commutation Test and Chris Bacon’s Score for Source Code as a Framework for Film Music Pedagogy." Journal of Music History Pedagogy 8, no. 2 (May 2018): 158-173. http://ams-net.org/ojs/index.php/jmhp/article/view/240

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Commutation tests
Teaching tools
Jones, Duncan, 1971-. Source code
Bacon, Chris, 1977-

Abstract

This article lays out a theoretical foundation for the use of the commutation test as a film music-based pedagogical tool. The main titles sequence of Source Code (2011, directed by Duncan Jones) provides an effective example for classroom use, in which alternative musical accompaniments serve to reshape the viewing experience. An analysis of Chris Bacon’s original score for the sequence, supported by primary-source evidence, strengthens the instructional potential of this activity. Additionally, this essay provides a brief technical primer on how to prepare video clips for use in classroom teaching.