PSW 341 - The Music of Ghana

Institution:

Berklee College of Music

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Description:

Credits:2 credits Prerequisites:None Course Chair:D. Anderson Required of:None Electable by:All Offered:Spring, Summer, Fall Description A comprehensive study of music from Ghana, West Africa for nonpercussionists. Study concepts integral to African performance traditions include polyrhythms, polymeters, and part-playing. Emphasis will be on the relationship between song, drumming, and dance in African culture. Musical genres of study are selected from the Ewe, Ga, and Dagbamba ethnic groups. Authentic instruments will be provided for in-class performance.

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

09/01/2007 - 09/01/2007 

Institution Website:

www.berklee.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 747-2222

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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