MUS 1220 - World Music

Credits: 3 (3 + 0)

Prerequisite(s): ENG 1010 and MUS 1110 and MUS 1210

This course is intended for music majors who have a basic knowledge of the terminology used to describe the properties of musical sound. The class develops the understanding of musical style and aesthetic viewpoints of various cultures around the world and the function that music fulfills in these diverse societies. The student will not only encounter new musical expressions but also the philosophies and world views that accompany them.