Covers classical antiquity to the 18th century. A remedial course for Master's students. Covers 19th and 20th centuries. Spitzer Music History Seminars History seminars offer an in-depth study of a topic in music history. There are opportunities to examine primary sources and also secondary literature.
Emphasis is on both oral and written presentation.
History seminars are limited to 15 students. Music History electives do not count for History seminar credit. A study of music and musical life in modern American society. Music of all types will be considered in the context of topics including gender, race, politics, technology, and war. Beethoven Students will investigate a selection of the composer's works in different genres within their historical and biographical context.