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MUSC 289  Global Musics  Units: 3.00  
An introduction to the study of music in culture, based on world music traditions. The course focuses on a selection of Native North American, African, European, Eastern and Middle Eastern, as well as other musical contexts.
NOTE Also offered online, consult Arts and Science Online (Learning Hours may vary).
Learning Hours: 120 (18 Lecture, 24 Online Activity, 78 Private Study)  
Requirements: Prerequisite None.  
Offering Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Science  

Course Learning Outcomes:

  1. Analyze examples of musical fusion as types of cultural exchange.
  2. Assess the relationship between sonic expression and human society.
  3. Evaluate and critique concepts of musical tradition and community to interpret social constructions of musical meaning.
  4. Explain connections between musical and cultural values and musical and social structures in a variety of traditions and societies.
  5. Identify elements of different music systems and differentiate universal from unique cultural elements.