MUS 111
Music Cultures of the World Fall 2012
Division I Exploring Diversity Initiative
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This course introduces a select variety of musical traditions from around the world. Musical genres will be approached within their geocultural contexts, taking into account the interrelatedness of the structural, historical and cultural. The class is designed to advance knowledge of the diversity and unity of the cultures of the world, with music being a point of entry. Thus, case studies will provide insight into distinctions in social and aesthetic values across Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe and the Middle East, with the goal of fostering a better appreciation of global diversity. Equally, musical universals will be highlighted with the goal of celebrating our common humanity. While becoming acquainted with the fundamental concerns of ethnomusicology and the ethnographic approach, students will develop an informed vocabulary for discussing a range of musical activities practiced worldwide. A hands-on approach will be encouraged through lecture-demonstrations. Prior musical knowledge is not a prerequisite for this class, but a wide-open listening ear is!
The Class: Format: lecture
Limit: 30
Expected: 30
Class#: 1891
Grading: no pass/fail option, no fifth course option
Requirements/Evaluation: evaluation based on attendance and participation in class, two short papers, and several tests
Extra Info: not available for the Gaudino or Pass/Fail options
Prerequisites: none
Enrollment Preferences: current or prospective majors in Music, Anthropology and Sociology, as well as current and prospective students concentrating in Arabic Studies, Asian Studies, Africana Studies and Latina/o Studies
Distributions: Division I Exploring Diversity Initiative
Attributes: MUS Group A Electives

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