An introduction to the infinite universe of music from its origins to the present, this course investigates the role of instruments, culture, myth and science in the evolution of music. Illustrations through the medium of the World Wide Web present the concept of music as both communication of ideas and expression of feelings in diverse musical traditions of the world.
- Subject:
- Arts and Humanities
- Performing Arts
- World Cultures
- Material Type:
- Activity/Lab
- Full Course
- Homework/Assignment
- Reading
- Syllabus
- Unit of Study
- Provider:
- UMass Boston
- Provider Set:
- UMass Boston OpenCourseWare
- Author:
- Professor David Patterson
- Date Added:
- 02/16/2011