ARTS/340
Exploration of Western Classical Music
Course level: Undergraduate
Christine O.
BSA
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This course will introduce students to Western Classical music from the Baroque period through the beginning of the 20th Century. The course will emphasize the history, musical development, and accomplishments of the Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and early 20th Century periods in music. Students will learn to recognize form, style, texture, and characteristics of each period by studying a variety of composers and the representative masterpieces of each period.
Prerequisites
- ENG/110 – Critical Reading and Composition OR
- a minimum of 3 college credits of College Composition
(Evaluation of submitted requirements may take up to 72 hours to be approved.)
Required materials
The materials required for this course are covered in your resource fees.
Earn these career-relevant skills in weeks, not years.
Classical Music
Compare the elements of music, key composers and compositions, and historical context of the Romantic Period and the 20th Century
Music History
Analyze the elements of music, key composers and compositions, and historical context of the Classical Period
Music Appreciation
Analyze the elements of music, key composers and compositions, and historical context of the Baroque Period