0505-462 - World Music II

Institution:

Rochester Institute of Technology

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Description:

This course will explore selected music cultures of India, Asia, East Asia, and Central/Southeastern Europe through an examination of their musical, sociological, philosophical, and aesthetic values. The primary goal of the course will be to expand understanding of and perceptions about music both outside and within Western cultural traditions. The methodology will involve using traditional techniques of music analysis and "comparative musicology" alongwith special techniques for listening to and analyzing non-western music, in an examination of musical elements, music making processes, instruments, the functions/purposes of music in various cultures, and selected readings from allied disciplines. Students will have opportunities for experiential (hands-on) activities depending on size and make-up of the class. Part of the music concentration and minor and may also be taken as an elective. Class 4, Credit 4

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.rit.edu/

Phone Number:

(585) 475-2411

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Quarter

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