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Academic Year 2000/2001
Music of India: The Hindusthani (North Indian) Tradition
MUSC 314 FA
The course will focus on learning and applying the principles of Raga (modal composition and improvisation) and Tala (cyclical time frame). In addition, the cultural context of art, popular, and folk music, their
performance practice and oral
transmission, will be examined.
MAJOR READINGS
Bonnie C. Wade, MUSIC IN INDIA: THE CLASSICAL TRADITIONS. Assorted articles, journals and reference works will be assigned occasionally, not to exceed 30 pages per week. Sound recordings and video-tapes will also
constitute important "texts."
EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS
Weekly 2-3 page papers. Attendance at a minimum of three concerts during the semester.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS
COURSE FORMAT:
Lecture
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Level:
UGRD
Credit:
1
Gen Ed Area Dept:
NONE
Grading Mode:
Student Option
Prerequisites:
NONE
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Last Updated on MAR-26-2001
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