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09W: 2 An introduction to Modern Greek as a spoken and written language, with emphasis on practical conversation. Intensive study of basic grammar, syntax and vocabulary through drills, conversation, written exercises, and oral presentations, supplemented by laboratory exercises and by drill-sessions with a teaching assistant. No previous knowledge of Greek is assumed. Never serves in partial satisfaction of the Distributive Requirement. Kacandes.
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09S, 10S: 10 In 2009, the course focuses on American popular music from World War II to Woodstock, exploring the emergence of new genres (rock'n'roll, soul, easy listening) and the persistence of others (country-western, Broadway) in the pop soundscape of the 1950s and '60s. We will devote our attention to a wide range of performers and recording artists; to audiences and the questions of identity (racial, gendered, generational) and meaning with which music was entangled; and with technological change and its impact on the production and consumption of popular music . (Description pending Faculty approval. No prerequisite. A course fee may be charged for special events associated with the course. Paulin.
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08F, 09W, 09S, 09F, 10W, 10S: Arrange This class aims to provide basic skills for those with limited or no previous training in piano. Two sections are offered: Basic Keyboard (10a), for those with no piano experience, covers the basics of note reading, hand coordination, scales, chords, and beginning piano music. Intermediate Keyboard (10b) is for those with some previous training in piano, and covers scales, chords, pedaling, phrasing, and beginner-intermediate piano music. The class, which uses advanced keyboard and computer technology, consists of three terms of study (eight sessions each), with one course credit offered for the combined three terms. Each section is limited to four students; priority will be given to music majors seeking to fulfill their proficiency requirement. No prerequisite. Open to all classes. Dist: ART. Weiser.
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09W, 09X, 10W: 10 A course intended for students with little or no knowledge of music theory. Among topics covered are musical notation, intervals, scales, rhythm and meter, and general musical terminology. Concepts will be directly related to music literature in class and through assignments. Students will have the opportunity to compose simple pieces and work on ear training. The 09W offering will rely heavily on graded exercises in vocal improvisation. No prerequisite. Dist: ART. O'Neal, Zuckerman.
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08F: 2 09F: 2A This course concerns the impact of technology and its aesthetic and social implications on composers, performers, and listeners. Course work focuses on elementary acoustics, sound synthesis, recording media, music distribution, new musical instruments, and music software. Assignments include extensive listening and a final project. Dist: TAS. Armstrong.
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09W, 10S: 10A A survey of music and music-making whose origins are in the non-European world. Examples include Indian raga, Middle Eastern maqam, West African drumming, Javanese gamelan, and Tuvan throat-singing. A central issue in the course is the present-day intermingling of non-Western and Western musical styles and performance practices. Course work will include listening, reading and critical writing assignments. Where possible, visiting musicians will be invited to demonstrate and discuss the music under consideration. No prerequisite. Permission of the instructor. Prospective students should contact the Music Department for more information. Dist: ART; WCult: NW. Levin.
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08F: 10 09S: 11 09F: 10 10S: 11 This course begins a sequence in harmony and theory and is intended for those who may consider a music major or minor. Topics include music notation, interval identification, common-practice scales and modes, harmonic function, melodic construction, and formal analysis. In addition, students will have an opportunity to improve skills in rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic dictation, sight singing, and score reading. Prerequisite: the ability to read music in two or more clefs, or permission of the instructor. Dist: ART. Duff, Dodge.
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