Music 102 - Survey of American Music IM

Institution:

Hiram College

Subject:

Description:

American music from colonial psalm-singing to the most recent jazz, avant-garde, popular and rock-and-roll. The course is designed to give the student a chronological and historical understanding of the develop ment of American music. Some background material related to European and African music will be discussed. The format of the class will involve lectures, listening to recordings, and class discussion. A strong emphasis will be placed on listening skills for purposes of identifying genre, period, style, and composer.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

WWW.HIRAM.EDU

Phone Number:

(330) 569-3211

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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