MUS 208 - World Music

Institution:

Ursinus College

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Description:

Dr. Gaines This course traces the development of world musics by examining significant works of music and the cultural and political milieu in which the works were composed. Students will develop an understanding of musical terminnnology and will develop skills needed to listen to and better understand music of varying cultures. Students will participate in a variety of activities, including singing, playing instruments and dancing. This course has an intensive listening component, which requires students to listen to music both in and out of class, and to report responses to this listening. Three hours per week. Four semester hours. (A, G.)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ursinus.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 409-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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