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Fulfills General Education Fine Arts requirement. An introductory survey of the elements, style periods, and standard repertoire of Western traditional art music. Emphasis given to improving the student's listening skills. Includes lecture, demonstration, and discussion of representative musical examples and historical background on composers and musical genres. Assignments may include attendance at specific concerts, written projects, and individual listening. Students who successfully complete this course will gain a broader knowledge of musical elements and how they are characteristically used in each major style period, along with developing better listening skills through perception, understanding, and practice. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Understand the basic elements of music. 2. Identify the principal types of vocal and instrumental compositions. 3. Compare characteristics of music and composers in Western society from the Medieval Period through the present day. 4. Critically evaluate and appreciate musical compositions and performances through listening to music. FA, SP