Music History Survey I
Fall semesters • TTh • 2:00-3:20 PM
Whitney 112
Course Description
This course examines the music and aesthetics of Western art music from Antiquity through the Baroque era. Major composers and their works are put into historical context. Critical listening, thinking and analytical skills are developed.
Whitney 112
Course Description
This course examines the music and aesthetics of Western art music from Antiquity through the Baroque era. Major composers and their works are put into historical context. Critical listening, thinking and analytical skills are developed.
Required Materials
- A History of Western Music (8th edition)
- Norton Anthology of Western Music, Volume 1 (2nd edition)
- Score Reading: A Key to the Music Experience
- Manuscript Paper (or equivalent)
- Pens, pencils, erasers, notebook, etc.
- Access to a computer with an internet connection, a browser, and media player software that can play AAC audio files and video files.
- SanDisk 2 GB Cruzer Micro USB Flash Drive (or equivalent)
Resources
- Syllabus/Calendar (PDF)