MUS 1101 MUSIC APPRECIATION (5-0-5)
Prerequisite: ENG 1101 with a grade of “C” or higher.
Explores the analysis of well-known works of music, their composition, and the relationship to their periods through writing. Students practice various modes of writing, ranging from exposition to argumentation and persuasion. The course includes a brief review of standard grammatical and stylistic usage in proofreading and editing. An introduction to locating, acquiring, and documenting information resources lays the foundation for research to include: the creative and critical process, the themes of music, the formal elements of composition, and the placing of music in the historical context, writing analysis, practice, revision, and research about a musical composition or compositions. Topics include: historical and cultural development represented in musical arts; contributions of the musical arts; and communication skills.