MUSI 369 - W African Music and Dance

Institution:

Millersville University of Pennsylvania

Subject:

Music

Description:

Survey course designed to provide an in-depth analysis of West African culture and history focusing on the musical traditions found in this region of the world. General introduction to the study of West African music and dance, the ethnomusicological approach and classification and symbolism of musical instruments will be presented. Moreover, the process of musical innovation and acculturation in West Africa and the impact of technology and the communications media on traditional and contemporary musical styles will be examined.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

COMM 110, ENGL 110 and junior status.

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Offered fall, spring.

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.millersville.edu

Phone Number:

(717) 872-3024

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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