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MUSC314
Music of India: The Hindusthani (North Indian) Tradition
MUSC314 FA
| Section | Class Size | *Available | Times |
|---|
| 1 | 15 | 0 | Times: .T..... 7:00PM-10:00PM; |
*The number of spaces listed as available is based on class seats open for
the current phase of registration. Some seats may be taken in previous
phases while others may be held out for subsequent phases of registration.
(Last Updated on Wed Mar 4 05:01:03 EST 1998
)
Photo Caption and Credits
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: Discussion Lecture Studio
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Level: UG Credit: 1.00
Prerequisites:
None
- Section 01
- Ranvig, H
- Times: .T..... 7:00PM-10:00PM;
- Grading Mode: A/F
- Registration Preference (1 high to 6 low, 0=Excluded) Sr: 1, Jr: 2, So: 0, Fr: 0
- Major Preference Given
- Permission of Instructor Required.
Last Updated on MAR-03-1998
About the Photo:
Reference:
Buchner, Alexander. MUSIKINSTRUMENTE DER
VOLKER. Hanau/Main: Dausien, 1968
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