Catalogue Description
Students expand their appreciation of many musical styles and traditions and the cultures they came from. Using hands-on activities, students learn the basic elements and creative aspects of music. The course will survey the music of the Western classical tradition together with folk music, jazz, popular music, and world music through recordings, videos, and live performances.

Extended Description of Course
This course broadens students understanding and appreciation of music through an inquiry-based exploration into many musical styles and traditions and the cultures they came from. Students will gain a familiarity with musical elements by engaging in basic rhythm and pitch training as well as creative activities and an exploration of the physics of sound using digital sound tools. The course will survey the music of the Western classical tradition together with folk music, jazz, popular music, and the music of India, Asia, Africa and Latin America through recordings, videos, and live performances.