Course Description
Selected topics in musicology and ethnomusicology, encompassing particular historical periods, geographical areas, genres, performance practices, technologies, politics, and theoretical or methodological approaches. Prerequisite: MUE 601 or MUS 602 and passing score on the graduate music history diagnostic exam or permission of instructor; Notes: May be repeated once for credit when topic varies.
Syllabus
Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:
Students successfully completing this course will be able to:
Music Objectives
- Students will explain environmental, historical, social, and cultural factors relevant to understanding the relationship between music and conflict.
- Students will compare and contrast multiple perspectives on music/sound and conflict in a global context.
Course Grading Information:
| Activity/Performance Measure | Percentage/Points |
|---|---|
| Attendance/Participation | 10 points |
| Discussion leading | 20 points |
| Three summaries | 30 points |
| Project proposal | 10 points |
| Final Project w Presentation | 30 points |
| Percentage | Letter Grade |
|---|---|
| 93+ | A |
| 90-92.9 | A- |
| 87-89.9 | B+ |
| 83-86.9 | B |
| 80-82.9 | B- |
| 77-79.9 | C+ |
| 73-76.9 | C |
| 70.72.9 | C- |
| <60 | F |
Attendance/Participation:
Attendance is required. Participation includes engagement in class discussion and adequate preparation for class.
Course Materials Purchased by the Students:
No course materials are required.
Scholarly Perspectives
This course engages diverse scholarly perspectives to develop critical thinking, analysis, and debate and inclusion of a reading does not imply endorsement.