MUS 232 - Music in History II: 1750-1900

Institution:

Williams College

Subject:

Music

Description:

A survey exploring the development of music in Western society from the Classical through the Romantic periods. Emphasis will be on the contextual study of works by such composers as Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven, Schumann, Berlioz, Verdi, Wagner, and Strauss. Changing musical styles will be examined in conjunction with the aesthetics of the period, with special attention to the use and purpose of music and the role of the musician in society.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

Ability to read music

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Seminar

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.williams.edu

Phone Number:

(413) 597-3131

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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