MUS 211 - History of Western Music I

Institution:

CUNY College of Staten Island

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Description:

4 hours; 4 credits A survey of the history of musical style and materials from the monophonic compositions of the Middle Ages through the Baroque era and the music of J. S. Bach and Handel; a study of representative works from each era of stylistic development and the cultural forces that influenced composition and performance practice. Introduction to music research methods and the techniques of writing about music. (arts & com.) Prerequisites: ENG 111; MUS 120 or MUS 125 or the ability to read music

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.csi.cuny.edu

Phone Number:

(718) 982-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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