The Music Appreciation course provides a historical overview of the way music has developed in our culture. It is designed for non-music majors so you don't have to have any previous musical training to take this course.

During the first part of the course, we'll learn about the elements and principles of music including notation, rhythm, melody, harmony, color, texture and form. Learning about these elements will help you develop a deeper appreciation for and greater understanding of music of all styles. We'll also work on developing our listening skills.

During the second part of the course, we'll study selected pieces of music from a variety of different periods in history and learn how they relate to the culture in which they were created.

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