MUSC 2510 - Music Around the World

Institution:

Northland Community and Technical College

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Description:

(Fulfills MNTC Areas: 6, 8) Music exists in every culture ever studies. This class looks at a variety of culture groups from around the world, studying music pieces within the context of the groups' beliefs, uses, and purposes for that music as well as its historical, religious, or political context. Music terminology will be introduced to describe what is heard including addressing the basic music elements (rhythm, harmony, timbre, melody, and texture) and several new instruments that will be investigated throughout the course. This is an enjoyable, nonthreatening way to learn a little bit about the world around you and its people. Prerequisite: None.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.northlandcollege.edu

Phone Number:

(218) 683-8800

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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