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MHST 101 - Introduction to the History and Literature of Music


Next Offered: Fall & Spring Semester
Semester Offered: First & Second Semester
Full Course
Credits: 4 Credits
Attribute: CNDP

A survey of the major developments in the history of Western music including jazz, vernacular music, electronic and computer music, and an introduction to ethnomusicology. Selected major musical works will be considered from a variety of historical standpoints.
Enrollment Limit: 100
Instructor: C. McGuire
Consent of the Instructor Required: Yes
Prerequisites & Notes
Knowledge of musical notation. The course serves as a prerequisite to the MHST 226, 235, 245, 255, 275 courses. ESOL 130. Conservatory students are encouraged to register for this course in their freshman year.


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