MUSIC 108 - History and Appreciation of Western Music

    Recent Professors
    Stephanie Austin
    Recent Semesters
    2026FA
    Class Size
    Not published
    Credits
    3
    2026FA Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 3A · IGETC Area 3A · CSU GE Area C1
    Description
    This course is a survey of the historical periods of music of the Western world, their basic elements, evolution of instrumental and vocal forms, styles, and performance practices, major composers and contributing events which have formed the large and varied 600 year old body of music generally known as 'art' or 'classical' music. Emphasis is on becoming a knowledgeable and discerning listener.