RE 224 - Jewish Music

Institution:

Colorado College

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Description:

This interdisciplinary course traces the many musical traditions of the Jewish world communities in a journey from the ancient Temple singing in biblical times to the music of individuals such as George Gershwin and Leonard Bernstein. Included will be a comparative study of the three major religions of the Western world exploring their respective voices and musical interaction. Sociology, literature, religion, and history, as well as issues of ethnicity, cultural unity and self-expression will be engaged in this multicultural search for musical identity. (Meets the Critical Perspectives: Diverse Cultures and Critiques requirement.) (Also listed as Music 224.) 1 unit - Ben-Amots.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.coloradocollege.edu

Phone Number:

(719) 389-6000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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