MUSC& 105 - Music Appreciation

5 Credits

Historical survey of the five major style periods of Western tonal music: medieval, Renaissance, baroque, classical and romantic. Develops critical listening and research skills. Introduces the basic elements, forms and styles of Western music.

Course Note Previously MUSIC 111.
Fees

Quarters Typically Offered

Designed to Serve Students transferring to baccalaureate institutions and/or needing Humanities Area II distribution credits.
Active Date 2012-09-28

Grading Basis Decimal Grade
Class Limit 38
Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Lab 0 Field Studies 0 Clinical 0 Independent Studies 0
Total Contact Hours 55
Degree Distributions:
AA

Humanities Area II

Course Outline
Elements of music Instruments and their classifications Historical style periods: Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, Classical and Romantic The Art of Concertgoing: Why Live Music? The Art of Music Criticism

Student Learning Outcomes
Demonstrate an understanding of the evolution of Western music.

Demonstrate active and critical listening skills.

Demonstrate knowledge of the basic musical elements.

Demonstrate an understanding of the historical style periods.

Demonstrate an understanding of the social and artistic context of each style periods.

Demonstrate proficiency in the art of concertgoing and advocacy for the arts.