Introduction to World Music (6 points)
(EDU)
Leader: Dr R Smith
Offered:
Peninsula First semester 2005 (Day)
Synopsis:
Objectives: Upon successful completion of this unit, students should be able to: demonstrate familiarity with the main forms, styles and repertoire of selected musical cultures; demonstrate familiarity with aspects of the social structure, history and cultural practices of the selected areas; show an understanding of the ways in which a musical tradition is formed, preserved and changed within a culture; distinguish aurally the different styles of music studied; demonstrate an understanding of form, style and function in the musics studied through participation in practical creative and recreative exercises; and demonstrate an understanding of some of the methods used in ethnomusicology by applying them to a familiar aspect of music performance in their own culture.
Assessment: Written assignment (2,000 words): 50% + Examination: 50%
Contact Hours: 2 hours per week
Prerequisites: EDF1124
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