MUS 116 - Music, Culture, Context

4 credits (Spring)

This course explores our globalized musical present and the major forces (social, political, economic, technological) that have shaped it over the last few centuries. Attention is focused on music-making as a form of human activity within and between cultures. Course content ranges over musics of diverse times and places. No prior experience in music is needed.

Prerequisite: None.
Instructor: Perman