PAMU 337 - Music In History

Units: 3
Three hours lecture per week
Prerequisite: Junior Standing or Consent of Instructor
Music in its historical context, with special emphasis on the role of music in culture. Historical periods may include the music of the Medieval church, the evolution of opera, the American musical theatre, and jazz, as well as historical and contemporary world music. Examines the societal forces that helped to shape classical and popular musical styles, and how music can and has influenced culture. Music in history is contextualized within multicultural perspectives. Formerly known as PAMU 363, changed February 2009.
Graded: Letter Grade
GenEd: C1, C3B, UDIGE