Psychology of Music

Catalog description

Psychology of Music examines music and the human psyche. Topics include auditory and musical perception, music cognition, creativity and esthetic experience, listening styles and strategies, music and human emotions, and the social psychology of musical activities. In addition, the course will touch on aspects related to performance, music and the brain, and methodological issues in music research. Prerequisites: PSY-150, MUS-104. MUS-206, MUS-207 and MUS-209. Must be completed prior to taking this course.