PHIL 260 - Philosophy of Music

Institution:

Neumann University

Subject:

Philosophy

Description:

A philosophical analysis of the nature and value of music is presented in this course. Additionally, specific topics in the aesthetics of music, such as mimesis, autonomy, meaning, and perception, are also explored. Through a survey of the philosophy of music in ancient, medieval, modern, and contemporary periods, students are taught the relationship between philosophy, art, and music. Prerequisites: PHIL 102 and PHIL 103. (This course can be used to satisfy the Fine Arts Core requirement)

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

PHIL-260

Corequisites:

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Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.neumann.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 459-0905

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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