Music 1000
Hawaii Pacific University (MCP) MUS 1000 Introduction to Western Classical Music Section: Mus–1000–N Term 2 Jan-March 2012, Tuesdays 5:30 p.m. to 9:40 p.m. (Jan. 8-Mar. 12) Location: Hickam Instructor: Beth Uale, buale@hpu.edu (808) 781-1963 Course description: An introductory exploration of the evolution of Western classical music (WCM) from the Middle Ages to the present in relation to the background of life and art. Major historical movements in WCM are covered as well as the basics of reading western music notation. In addition, the impact and influence of non-western music on WCM will be examined. Course prerequisite: None General Education Requirement: This course is classified under the World Cultures Theme and meets the requirement for a course in World Cultures C: Other World Cultures Courses. The course also satisfies the Art, Aesthetics and Creativity requirement. General Education Student Learning Outcomes and the Five Themes: HPU’s general education curriculum is focused around five themes. This course emphasizes the World Cultures Theme and provides students with opportunities to achieve the following related general education student learning outcomes. • Students will describe the significance of important movements or themes, which have shaped the world’s diverse cultures. Western music will be the focus of the class, however music of different cultures will also be discussed, compared and contrasted with Classical Western music. Students will engage with and interpret the various manifestations of cultures including verbal and visual texts, institutions, behavior, and performance. By studying the history and evolution of classical music, students will gain an understanding of musical style as it relates to musical performance, art, theater, dance, literature, world history and politics. Students will analyze cultural forces that have influenced customs and choices in contemporary lifestyles and world-views. The students will study European