Music History and Literature I

Chronological survey of music history, musical forms, composers, and music literature from ancient times until 1750. This course is the first in a two-semester sequence that covers Western music from ancient times to the present. MUSC 3201, Music History and Literature I follows the development of Western music through the Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, and Classical periods. Particular attention will be given to the general stylistic characteristics of each musical era and the historical, technological, and societal reasons for their evolution. The course includes the study of both sacred and secular music in all major genres. Listening to and identifying various styles of music is strongly emphasized.