Introduction to Music (170-0-1)

Instructors

Kristian Rodriguez

Meeting Info

RCMA 1-164: Mon, Wed 2:00PM - 3:20PM

Overview of class

In this course, we will develop and practice methods of engaging critically with music from several sociocultural and historical contexts, including contemporary popular music, Western art music, and sonic practices from across the globe. We will also discuss how music and sound studies intersect with various interdisciplinary approaches, including gender, sexuality, ethnicity, religion, national identity, multimedia, and cognition studies. Assignments may include readings, critical listening journals, class discussion, and a final project. No prior musical training is required to take this course.

Learning Objectives

Students will be able to engage critically as listeners, consumers, and participants in musical cultures.

Teaching Method

This will be a discussion-based course.

Evaluation Method

Students will be evaluated based on how diligently they engage with course assignments and with their peers in class discussion, as per course grading guidelines.

Class Materials (Required)

None required for purchase. All course materials will be provided to students on Canvas.

Class Attributes

Literature and Arts Foundational Discipline
Literature & Fine Arts Distro Area