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Introduction to Music

MUSIC 041 | High School, Middle School Course

This comprehensive introduction to music begins with basic musicianship and evolves into music history, covering genres from the Medieval period through current Western popular music. Musical theatre and art music from India and Bali will also be addressed.

Course Details

Course Outline

1. Listening to Music
2. What is Music?
3. Early Music
4. The Baroque Period
5. The Classical Period
6. The Romantic Period
7. Modern Music
8. Jazz
9. Other Cultures

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