Music as Art, Discipline and Profession

Catalog description

Introduction to the degree programs in music and resources for the study of music at the university level. Historical, social, and stylistic views of music in western and non-western cultures. Significance of music in cultural history, and the understanding of music as aesthetic expression. How to listen to and appreciate the human and cultural values of music. This class is intended for music majors. Normally taken with MUSC 131 , MUSC 165 , MUSC 165A as the beginning of the music core curriculum.