Course Syllabus
Revised:1/13/04
Course: MUS 872-001; 212 Foster Music Building, 6:00PM-8:45PM Tuesday
Larry Nelson, Instructor
Office - Campbell Building, Room X
(in the Practice Room area between Campbell
and Foster)
Tel. 622-5005
Email: larrynelson@insightbb.com
Office hrs. by appt.; I will set aside
regular office hours after the 1st week
of classes
Required Text:
Course Objectives:
This course traces the history and development
of Western Art Music from its roots
in the Middle Ages to the present
(depending
on how far we get). We will focus on
historical eras, general stylistic
traits, and specific pieces in an attempt
to gain an understanding of how the
music of Western Europe developed over
time.
General Class Assignments:
Reading, listening, and some analysis
will be the primary means of
study.
Specific
assignments will be made on a week-to-week
basis. Students are responsible for
having engaged the assigned material
prior to
class and, when appropriate, bring
additional insight and/or material
to the class.
The "Big" Assignments:
For both projects, proper writing style and scholarly "rules" and conventions about citations, quotations, etc. apply.
Grading:
"Disability Statement:"
If there is any individual in this class
who is in need of academic accomodations
and who is registered with the Office of
Services for Individuals with Disabilities,
please make an individual appointment with
the course instructor to discuss accomodations.
Upon individual request, this syllabus
can be made available in alternative forms.
If any individual is not registered with
the Office of Services for Individuals
with Disabilities but has need of academic
accomodations, please contact the Office
directly either in person on the first
floor of the Turley House or by telephone
at (859)622-1500 V/TTY.
Approximate Dates and Topics: