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Course Description
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Course Name
European Music History & Appreciation
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Host University
Anglo-American University
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Location
Prague, Czech Republic
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Area of Study
Art History, Music
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Course Level Recommendations
Lower
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ECTS Credits
6 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits3
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units4
Hours & Credits
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Overview
NOTE: All courses with the “additional art fee” note should have the following blurb in the COURSE DESCRIPTION: Please note that there are additional art fees associated with this course. Please reach out to the Prague Program Manager for more information about these fees.
Course Description
This course will introduce students to the world of music through listening and analysis, discussions, history context and watching live performances. After a brief introduction of basic music elements, forms and instruments, it will provide an overview of major historical periods in Europe (Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic and the 20th Century), and their main composers and compositions. In-class listening and virtual performances visits (unless real performances can be visited again) will improve students’ critical thinking as well as understanding and appreciation of music.
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students should be able to:
- Become familiar with music and society of main historical periods; }
- Understand the role and purpose of music in each period and recognize its major composers and compositions;
- Learn concert etiquette and basic music terminology;
- Frequent in-class listening will increase their music comprehension and appreciation.
Course Disclaimer
Courses and course hours of instruction are subject to change.
Eligibility for courses may be subject to a placement exam and/or pre-requisites.
Some courses may require additional fees.
Credits earned vary according to the policies of the students' home institutions. According to ISA policy and possible visa requirements, students must maintain full-time enrollment status, as determined by their home institutions, for the duration of the program.
ECTS (European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System) credits are converted to semester credits/quarter units differently among U.S. universities. Students should confirm the conversion scale used at their home university when determining credit transfer.