Selected topics examining non-western musical traditions from a historical, sociological, analytical or performative perspective. Topics may include the study of particular musical traditions and repertoire or the study of an instrument or performance practice that appears among many traditions (e.g., hand-drumming). Attendance at relevant musical concerts and lectures may be required.
This course may be repeated for credit.
Antirequisite(s)
- Credit for Music 307 and either 303 or 403 will not be allowed.
SyllabusSections
| LEC 1 | W 18:00 - 20:45
| | Rod Squance | | |
| Notes: This course is designed to investigate the music of several of the world's cultures. Students will develop an understanding of musical structure, style, the differing cultures¿ aesthetic viewpoints, and the music's function and context within those diverse societies. Students will encounter new musical expressions as well as the corresponding world-views and philosophies that accompany them. As this course has no prerequisite, the material taught will be accessible to those students with no musical training or coursework. |
This course will be offered next in
Spring 2020.