Introduction to Music (170-0-1)

Instructors

Pia Marie Rodriguez

Meeting Info

RCMA 1-164: Tues, Thurs 11:00AM - 12:20PM

Overview of class

This course introduces students to the study of music as an aural phenomenon situated in particular

cultural, historical, and social contexts. Students will acquire foundational knowledge of musical

vocabulary and skills to critically engage with their own musical experiences in class discussion and

weekly written reflections. Exploring a range of musical genres and practices, this class seeks to

understand music's capacity to inform and express human social experiences by its entanglement

with all aspects of life. The course will cover music's intersections with topics such as storytelling,

religion, race, and politics, and will examine specific musical contexts, such as dance, film, and the

concert experience.

Class Materials (Required)

None required for purchase. All course material will be posted to CANVAS.

Class Attributes

Literature and Arts Foundational Discipline
Literature & Fine Arts Distro Area