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MUS 108 - Music before 1800: Medieval to Classical


Students will develop an understanding of music from the Middle Ages through 1800 A.D.  With active listening and discussion of the important historical and cultural influences, the development of music in the Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque and Classical Periods will be examined.

Credits: 3
Hours
3 Class Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate knowledge of the conventions and methods of music in the Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque and Classical periods.
  2. Recognize and analyze nuance and complexity of meaning through critical reflections on text, visual images, or artifacts.
  3. Demonstrate an understanding of music in the Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, and Classical Period and the creative process inherent therein.
  4. Identify important composers and specific compositions representing all important genres.