A survey course examining the music of the great composers representing each major period of Music History. How to listen to different forms of music such as symphonies, concertos, opera and jazz will be included in the topics covered. Emphasis on developing listening skills to bring the student to an informed awareness and understanding of great music.

Credits: 3
Hours: 3 Class Hours

Course Profile
Learning Outcome 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 history.
2. Recognize and analyze nuance and complexity of meaning through critical reflections on text, visual images, or artifacts.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the history of the orchestra and the creative process inherent therein.
4. Aurally identify musical examples from each period of study.
5. Identify consequences of racism in the study of western music.