Music Diversity Requirement

This class examines issues that classical music and the classical musician face within society and culture. Topics such as sexism, racism, "cancel culture," repertoire choices by major orchestras, government funding, activism and social media will be discussed, including their impact, how the modern musician navigates them and how musicians can leverage their skills to create a better world.

Musical comprehension, instruments and role of music in society. MUHI 310 – cultures of Europe, Africa and the Americas. MUHI 311 – cultures of the Pacific, Near East and Asia.

Musical styles and structures of jazz and American popular music with emphasis on music since 1900.