History of Music

This course covers the foundational historical events of traditional Western European classical music through 1750. Students focus on the music of ancient Greece, Medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque. Students examine the foundation of historical context, aesthetic awareness, and music vocabulary. Students listen to and analyze different genres, styles and forms of music.

This course covers the foundational historical events of traditional Western European classical music from 1750 to the 20^th century. Students examine the Classical Styles, Romantic, 20^th century and beyond. Students listen to and analyze different genres, styles and forms of music.