MUS 331 ,332 - History of Music I,II

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Wesleyan College

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Goal To introduce students to the major stylistic periods of music in western civilization. To explore the intersections of western and non-western music traditions in the development of musical style, especially in the Middle Ages and the 20th Century. To introduce students to the methodology of music history through the selecting of an area of interest, surveying the available literature on the subject, and writing a term paper (MUS 331). A similar project that culminates in an oral presentation is undertaken in MUS 332. As a designated speech-intensive course, MUS 332 includes three kinds of activities the oral report as mentioned above, class discussions of assigned material, and panel discussions of selected topics. Content Music from the Middle Ages through the mid-eighteenth century will be explored in MUS 331. MUS 332 begins with music of the Viennese Classicists and concludes with music from the modern era. Taught Fall, Spring. Alternate years. Prerequisite For 331, MUS 181 and 182 or permission of Instructor. For 332, MUS 331 or permission of Instructor. Credit 3 hours; MUS 332 is a speech-intensive (S) course.

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3.00

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Institution Website:

www.wesleyancollege.edu

Phone Number:

(478) 477-1110

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

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Semester

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