MU 204 - Western Musical Traditions

(3.00 cr.)

An introduction to the major forms and styles in the western musical tradition, with an emphasis on guided listening of masterworks and the study of issues in musical aesthetics through scholarly and primary source texts. Aims to develop a more perceptive and informed listener and to introduce skills in music scholarship. Recommended for majors and minors as a replacement for MU 203 . Fulfills core requirement. Closed to students who have taken MU 203 . Same course as HN 322 .