Music as Culture

Catalog description

Introduces discipline of ethnomusicology including ethnographic research methods used in writing about music. Examines music cultures of the world with a focus on cultural contexts, tradition, identity, and activism. Includes case studies of music practices from around the globe. Prerequisite: ( WR 115 and RD 115 ) or IRW 115 and MTH 20 or equivalent placement. Audit available. This course fulfills the following GE requirements: Arts and Letters/AL