Music - Humanities (MUSI)
MUSI-100
Introduction to Music
3 Credits
Lecture: 3 hours per week
Offering: Fall, Spring, and Summer, All Years
This course is an introduction for students (majors and non-majors) to musical styles of our civilization. The study will include music of different periods and its cultural context, including a study of the American culture and the present musical scene. This course is designed to enhance students' musical appreciation through an increase in musical knowledge.
MUSI-127
Survey of American Popular Music Since 1900
3 Credits
Lecture: 3 hours per week
Offering: Fall and Spring Only, All Years
This course is an introduction for students (majors and non-majors) to the various styles of American popular music, including its roots and development. Music will be presented with regard to its historical and social implications. Study includes Dixieland, swing, bebop, fusion, musical theatre, country western, and all types of rock 'n' roll. This course is designed to enhance musical appreciation through an increase in musical knowledge.