Two perspectives are developed: 1) diverse music of groups in America, and 2) American music as a unique phenomenon. Groups considered are African, Asian, European, Hispanic/Latino, and Native American. Lectures and musical examples are organized by topics such as music of socio-economic subgroups within large groups, survival of culture, pan-ethnicity, religious and concert music, and the folk-popular music continuum.

FPF Thread: Citizenship. This course offers an introductory look at the diverse musical cultures of the United States. We will learn about a variety of musical practices that contribute to the rich multiplicity of cultural practices in the nation, focusing on those that came about from cross-cultural interactions. This course presents only a selection of traditions and is not an exhaustive survey. We will focus on several key themes and voices within a broader history, with emphasis on popular and folk genres. Students will investigate the role of music makers in shaping and affecting society, explore musical and social principles that increase individual agency while affirming group bonds, celebrate the diversity of contributions of a variety of cultures within the United States, and examine how applied musical practices work to empower their participants. Students will also practice active listening skills and develop a technical music vocabulary applicable to various performance genres and styles, to engage in critical listening and analysis.

Requisites

• Enrollment in this course is restricted to first semester students participating in the Fall Program for First Semester (FPF). Non-FPF students are not permitted to enroll in this course.

Credit Restrictions

Students will receive no credit for XMUSIC 26AC after completing MUSIC 26AC. A deficient grade in XMUSIC 26AC may be removed by taking MUSIC 26AC.

Repeat Rules

Course is not repeatable for credit.

Requirements class fulfills