ETHN 100 - Introduction to Musics of the World

Semester Offered: Second Semester
Credits (Range): 3 Hours
Attribute: CD

This course, for students with a basic knowledge of Western music theory, explores five areas drawn from the following: Africa, India, Indonesia, Japan, Europe, Native America, North America, South America. A dual focus on sociology (the musicians, their roles, their audience) and musicology (the instruments, elements of style, and compositional principles) is pursued through a field project, aural analysis, transcription, and in-class performance. Enrollment Limit: 40.
Instructor: J. Fraser
Prerequisites & Notes
For a similar course assuming no music knowledge see CMUS 103.