Music Cultures of the World

A case-study approach to the music of selected areas including Africa, Native America, India, and Afro-America. Focus is on analyzing the concepts and behaviors that shape musical sound in different music cultures. No prior musical experience required, but students without musical backgrounds must learn a vocabulary of terms for describing musical sound. There will be an emphasis on listening.

Evaluation based on one or more short papers, midterm and final exams.

Enrollment limit:19 (expected: 19). Preference will be given to seniors.