Music History II: Classical through Present

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This course is an exploration and introduction to western music of the last 100 years. Students will learn about the radical changes made in composition during a tumultuous time period. Listening to music in the 20th and 21st century effectively requires a comprehension of previous composers and their compositional techniques. There are numerous styles that encompass this period making it one the richest periods of musical creation. Satisfies Magis Designated Ethics and Magis Designated Written Communication. P: Contemporary Composition, Ethics.