MUSIC 2207 - [History of Western Music I]

(HB) (HA-AS) (CU-ITL)

Fall. Next offered: 2019-2020. 4 credits. Letter grades only.

Prerequisite: MUSIC 2101 or permission of instructor.

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A survey of Western music and its social contexts from the beginning of notation (circa 900) to 1700. Topics include sacred chant, secular song, polyphony, madrigals, early opera, and the development of independent instrumental music. The course emphasizes listening and comprehension of genres and styles, and is intended for music majors and qualified nonmajors.