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George J. Papadopoulos
MUSIC 333
Seattle Campus
Music in Europe and North America, drawn from classical, popular, jazz, opera, and musical theatre traditions. Emphasis on the relationship between musical works and their social, philosophical, political, and other contexts.
Class description
This course introduces historical and conceptual frameworks that will help students understand the development of music and its position in western culture from 1700 to the present. Our central premise is that music does not create or realize itself, but is always the result of people doing things together in particular places and times. To understand music is to understand the men and women who make it, as well as the models of musical expression that conditioned their creativity—and vice versa.
Student learning goals
General method of instruction
Lectures illustrated with musical examples, video, slides, and other materials; participation in the discussion is encouraged.
Recommended preparation
This course is open to everyone who loves music—any kind of music. Auditors are also very welcome. There are NO prerequisites; students who have taken MUSIC 120 in the past will find MUSIC 333 to be an ideal sequel. NO MUSICAL BACKGROUND IS REQUIRED.
Class assignments and grading
Weekly listening and reading assignments; two papers: 1 short and 1 longer (students will be required to submit a paper proposal or an outline)
One short paper 25%, one final paper 50% (paper proposal/outline 10% and final version 40%), participation 25%.
