Open to all University students with some experience and interest in music. A study of the music and musical idioms of a variety of non-Western cultures. With use of aural and visual examples, the student will develop both an understanding and an appreciation of the enriching role of music in diverse cultures of the world. Required of music majors. Open to all University students without need of formal music training.
Coursework deals with the setup, layout, and operation of a multitrack analog tape studio.
The Physical of Music and Sound-3 cr. hrs. The principles of physics are applied to the production, transmission, and quality of sounds. Musical examples include pure and complex tones, production of sound in strings, brasses, woodwinds, and voice. Environmental implications of sound and noise are discussed. Familiarity with music is recommended.