MUSI 371 - Music History and Literature I

(3 hour(s)) Prerequisites: MUSI 199 and Admitted to Horton School of Music. A study of music in the Medieval, Renaissance and Baroque periods. Stylistic changes in music are examined as they occur in major compositions by the most important composers of the time, and extensive listening is required. The lives of major composers are examined as well as the position of the musician in society. Historical and cultural context of the music and key figures will also be explored as it relates to music, people, and region. The course is designed for those pursuing a career in music. This course cannot be challenged.