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Course Descriptions

Course Description

This course will be a detailed survey of literature, history and musical materials of the Baroque and Classical eras.

Prerequisites

(A requirement that must be completed before taking this course.)

• None.

Course Competencies

Upon successful completion of the course, the student should be able to:

• Explain the sociocultural influences on Baroque and Classical music.
• Explain the function of music in both eras.
• Differentiate the characteristics of musical style relative to each period.
• Explore practice characteristics.
• Explore performance characteristics.
• Identify important vocal compositions.
• Identify important instrumental compositions.
• Identify important composers of music in both eras.
• Identify important writers on music in both eras.

Note: This course may not be offered every semester.
Please check the MUSIC section of the current course schedule for availability.

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