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MUH 241: Music,Culture, And Society: The U.S. Tradition

3 credits

This course studies the styles, influences and composers of the United States of America from pre-Colonial times to the present day. Students will examine musical examples from diverse traditions and connect them to various social, political and economic events. The ability to read music is not required. (Distribution Reqs:Arts)

Learning Goals

By the end of this course, students should be able to: • Listen and identify basic elements of music• Analyze and explain different musical styles, identifying socio-cultural influences on genres • Explain the development of instrumentation and varying styles• Focus on the impact of lyrics and their influence on the music• Identify key performers and groups and their influences• Write about a concert using knowledge such as proper terminology, instrumentation and style learned in class

*The learning goals displayed here are those for one section of this course as offered in a recent semester, and are provided for the purpose of information only. The exact learning goals for each course section in a specific semester will be stated on the syllabus distributed at the start of the semester, and may differ in wording and emphasis from those shown here.

Sections Offered: Fall 2024

Music,Culture, And Society: The U.S. Tradition
0196-241-011 S. Zak Online 3 This Course is Filled to Capacity

 
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