MUSI 1107: Music in Society

3 Credit Hours

This course examines the role of music in society through a study of musical works within their cultural and historical contexts. Course assignments develop skills in critical analysis and global perspectives as well as an understanding of the creative process. Required attendance at live performances provides the experiential component so crucial to the understanding and enjoyment of music. (Most events require paid admission.)

Course Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete this course will be able to:

Define the basic vocabulary for the description of music.
Identify the culture and historical era of selected compositions.
Recognize selected musical works from assigned playlists.
Recognize and discern the timbres of instruments.
Discern differences in meter, tonality, instrumentation, texture and other elements in music.
Identify musical forms, genres, historical styles and significant biographical data of selected musicians.