Considers the unadorned transparency of Gregorian Chant through to the complex textures of music during the Baroque era. Includes an overview of music in the context of social and political issues; music as function and entertainment. Develops an understanding of how they meld or counter each other to reflect and define changing styles and artistic tastes. Fulfills general education requirement in fine arts. [3 credits]

Studies the music of the Rococo Period through to the onset decade of the 21st century. Examines the confluence of art, philosophy and literature influencing styles that reflect a kaleidoscope of intellect, emotion and experimentation. Affords the opportunity to understand music as integral to the fabric of everyday life. Fulfills general education requirement in fine arts. [3 credits]

Perform works from the Baroque through the contemporary period. Scales, chords, arpeggios, cadences. Technical studies as dictated by individual needs. May be continued in succeeding years. [ 1 credit ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level-2 credits are 600.00 additional

Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level-2 credits are 600.00 additional

Arranges private instruction. [ 1 credit ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level-2 credits are 600.00 additional

Performs works in English, German, Italian and French. Classical, Romantic and Modern Schools, oratorio, opera and song. May be continued in succeeding years. [ 1 credit ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level-2 credits are 600.00 additional

Private instruction, by special arrangement. 1 credit. Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level-2 credits are 600.00 additional

Provides beginning instruction in technique and repertoire. Students participate in a recital at the conclusion of the course. Fulfills general education requirement in fine arts. [3 credits]

Introduces students to the foundation of music theory: major and minor scales; intervals, chords and inversions. Includes ear-training, dictation, and vocal and piano sight-reading. Fulfills general education requirement in fine arts. [3 credits]

Provides private instruction in music composition, involving both analysis and creation of original works. Places emphasis on in-depth study of counterpoint and traditional and contemporary compositional styles, forms and instrumentation. May be continued in succeeding years. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. [ 1 credit ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level-2 credits are 600.00 additional

Private instruction, by special arrangement. 1 credit. Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level-2 credits are 600.00 additional

Arranges private instruction. [ 1 credit ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level-2 credits are 600.00 additional

Arranges private instruction. [ 1 credit ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level-2 credits are 600.00 additional

Arranges private instruction. [ 1 credit ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level-2 credits are 600.00 additional

Arranges private instruction. [ 1 credit ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level-2 credits are 600.00 additional

Arranges private instruction. [ 1 credit ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level-2 credits are 600.00 additional

Arranges private instruction. [ 1 credit ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level-2 credits are 600.00 additional

Arranges private instruction. [ 1 credit ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level-2 credits are 600.00 additional

Arranges private instruction. [ 1 credit ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level-2 credits are 600.00 additional

Arranges private instruction. [ 1 credit ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level-2 credits are 600.00 additional

Arranges private instruction. [ 1 credit ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level-2 credits are 600.00 additional

Arranges private instruction. [ 1 credit ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level-2 credits are 600.00 additional

Arranges private instruction. [ 1 credit ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level-2 credits are 600.00 additional

Arranges private instruction. [ 1 credit ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level-2 credits are 600.00 additional

Performs works from the Renaissance through the contemporary period. Arranges private instruction. [ 1 credit ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level-2 credits are 600.00 additional

Arranges private instruction. [ 1 credit ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level-2 credits are 600.00 additional

Arranges private instruction. [ 1 credit ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level -2 credits are 600.00 additional

Arranges private instruction. [ 1 credit ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level -2 credits are 600.00 additional

Arranges private instruction. [ 1 credit ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level -2 credits are 600.00 additional

Arranges private instruction. [ 1 credit ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level -2 credits are 600.00 additional

Arranges private instruction. [ 1 credit ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level -2 credits are 600.00 additional

Arranges private instruction. [ 1 credit ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level -2 credits are 600.00 additional

Arranges private instruction. [ 1 credit ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level -2 credits are 600.00 additional

Arranges private instruction. [ 1 credit ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level -2 credits are 600.00 additional

Arranges private instruction. [ 1 credit ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level -2 credits are 600.00 additional

Arranges private instruction. [ 1 credit ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level -2 credits are 600.00 additional

Studies and performs selected choral works from the Middle Ages through the 20th century. Repertoire includes works by Palestrina, Vivaldi, Mozart, Britten, Copland, Bernstein, as well as selections from musical theater. Recent performances have highlighted music by women composers Hildegard von Bingen, Emma Lou Diemer, Sister Mary Agnesine Mannes, Sister Mary Theresine Staab and Libby Larsen. Performances include a Christmas Concert; a Spring Concert; appearances at selected campus functions and community events; and collaborative performances with Notre Dame alumnae and other institutions. Opportunities are provided for solo and small group experiences with instrumental ensembles. Admission by audition. Fulfills general education requirement in fine arts. [1 credit]

Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level -2 credits are 600.00 additional

Perform works from the Baroque through the contemporary period. Scales, chords, arpeggios, cadences. Technical studies as dictated by individual needs. May be continued in succeeding years. [ 2 credits ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level -2 credits are 600.00 additional

Arranges private instruction. [ 2 credits ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level -2 credits are 600.00 additional

Performs works in English, German, Italian and French. Classical, Romantic and Modern Schools, oratorio, opera and song. May be continued in succeeding years. [ 2 credits ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level -2 credits are 600.00 additional

Private instruction, by special arrangement. [2 credits.] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level -2 credits are 600.00 additional

Emphasizes the singing of melodic lines and intervals, melodic, harmonic and rhythmic dictation. Keyboard exercises center around the basics of improvisation, modulation, transposition, reading of figured bass and supplying a simple accompaniment to a given melody. This course, skill developmental in nature, develops motor skills and enhances thought processes. Prerequisite: MUS-148 or 202 or permission of instructor. [3 credits]

Studies and performs chamber music (including vocal and instrumental combination) from all musical periods. Emphasizes practice, rehearsal, listening techniques and performance. Ensemble class participants are afforded the opportunity to perform at special campus events and recitals at the end of each semester. Admission by audition. Fulfills general education requirement in fine arts. [1 credit]

Provides students who have successfully completed the introductory level of study with opportunities to develop an advanced repertoire, further their technical skills, and participate in formal and informal recitals. May be continued in succeeding years. Fulfills general education requirement in fine arts. Prerequisite: MUS-132 or instructor permission. [3 credits]

Focuses on representative musical compositions and related works of art in Western and non-Western cultures. An exploration of the varied elements which, through individual creativity, hold parts (not always compatible) together to form the sound structure which becomes the osaic that is music. Develops the aural sense of formal structure and the visual sense of sound. Prerequisite: Morrissy scholar or permission. Fulfills general education requirement in fine arts. [3 credits]

Arranges private instruction. [ 2 credits ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level -2 credits are 600.00 additional

Arranges private instruction. [ 2 credits ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level -2 credits are 600.00 additional

Arranges private instruction. [ 2 credits ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level -2 credits are 600.00 additional

Arranges private instruction. [ 2 credits ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level -2 credits are 600.00 additional

Arranges private instruction. [ 2 credits ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level -2 credits are 600.00 additional

Arranges private instruction. [ 2 credits ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level -2 credits are 600.00 additional

Arranges private instruction. [ 2 credits ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level -2 credits are 600.00 additional

Arranges private instruction. [ 2 credits ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level -2 credits are 600.00 additional

Arranges private instruction. [ 2 credits ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level -2 credits are 600.00 additional

Arranges private instruction. [ 2 credits ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level -2 credits are 600.00 additional

Arranges private instruction. [ 2 credits ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level -2 credits are 600.00 additional

Arranges private instruction. [ 2 credits ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level -2 credits are 600.00 additional

Performs works from the Renaissance through the contemporary period. Arranges private instruction. [ 2 credits ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level -2 credits are 600.00 additional

Arranges private instruction. [ 2 credits ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level -2 credits are 600.00 additional

Arranges private instruction. [ 2 credits ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level -2 credits are 600.00 additional

Arranges private instruction. [ 2 credits ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level -2 credits are 600.00 additional

Arranges private instruction. [ 2 credits ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level -2 credits are 600.00 additional

Arranges private instruction. [ 2 credits ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level -2 credits are 600.00 additional

Arranges private instruction. [ 2 credits ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level -2 credits are 600.00 additional

Arranges private instruction. [ 2 credits ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level -2 credits are 600.00 additional

Arranges private instruction. [ 2 credits ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level -2 credits are 600.00 additional

Arranges private instruction. [ 2 credits ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level -2 credits are 600.00 additional

Arranges private instruction. [ 2 credits ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 300.00 additional; 200 level -2 credits are 600.00 additional

Arranges private instruction. [ 2 credits ] Applied music courses are private instruction and arranged through the department chair. Upon registration the student will contact the chair of the Music department who will place the student in contact with the instructor to establish a schedule for lessons before the start of the semester. In addition to tuition, additional fees are required as follows: 100 level -1 credit is 250.00 additional; 200 level -2 credits are 500.00 additional

Surveys the diverse musical styles in the United States through listening, discussion and analysis. Students experience the broad spectrum of American music including concert music, popular music, country music, traditional and folk music, religious music, and jazz in an historical and sociological way. Special emphasis is given to the emergence and impact of women in the U.S. as performers and composers from the 19th century to the present. Fulfills general education requirements in fine arts and cross-cultural studies. [3 credits]

Discusses and analyzes the accomplishments of women as composers, performers, educators, conductors, arts managers and patrons of the arts. A major focus of the course is experiencing musical works by women composers from the historical style periods through recorded examples and demonstrations. Fulfills general education requirement in fine arts and gender studies. [ 3 credits ]

This course maps an exploratory route through the periods of music, allowing each student to identify, define and articulate his or her own personal and creative sensibilities. The society of this 21st century lives in a world saturated with music, always heard, rarely listened to. It is less considered a component of the cultural fabric than it is an adornment. Therefore, attention is given to the political, religious and social cultures, as well as to the artistic communities, that defined a specific era. Fulfills general education requirement in fine arts. [3 credits]