Western Music Hist: 1750-Pres

Catalog description

This course considers the history of Western Music from the second half of the eighteenth century to the present day, focusing on the relationship between historical, social, and cultural currents and the development of music. Students will acquire a framework for thinking critically about music and articulating their observations and learn to recognize the musical characteristics of important styles, genres, and historical periods. This course welcomes students who have not taken MTF 157 , Western Music History: The Middle Ages to 1750. Music, Theatre, & Film fee of $150.00 applies to this course.