Music Diversity Requirement

Students in the Global Music Experience will form small ensembles which will be guided in the exploration and performance of non-Western classical music styles and cultures. Students will gain confidence in learning and performing by ear and develop as improvisers in non-Western classical styles. The course will culminate in a public performance.

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.