Introduction to World Music

Catalog description

This course introduces students to the music of non-Western countries/regions, their traditional instruments, a sample of musical events, and listening examples. Students also explore how music fits into each society and make comparisons to their own experiences. Students are taught the basic elements of Western music and given listening examples as a basis for comparison. Also included are experiences in other creative art forms of each country/region such as dance and visual art. Each section concludes with examples of music representing the fusion of each country/region and Western music. (Offered every summer term.)