M_Introduction to Music Appreciation
M_MUS 150
For non-music majors only.
A guide for students with limited or no musical experience to gain a greater sensitivity, understanding, and appreciation for a variety of musical styles. Cultural and other artistic influences will be discussed and the students’ listening skill will improve as they learn what musical elements make each style unique. The main emphasis of learning is early to modern classical music, and as time allows will include basic introductions to folk, jazz, and rock. Lecture and listening to recordings are the primary methods of instruction. (3CR)
Satisfies 2014 Core Curriculum requirements as a Global Learning I course (GL-1)OR as a Humanities/Fine Arts course (HFA) OR as an Interdisciplinary Course (IDS).
Offered every Semester.
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