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MUS 271 Music Literature 1780 to 1914

3 Credit(s)
This course covers music literature from the late Classical era of Mozart, Haydn, and Beethoven through the Romantic period and modernism of the early 20th Century. Musical discussions will focus on cultural shifts as manifested by the political and social ramifications of the Age of Reason up to World War I. Emphasis will center on the apex and gradual decline of tonal structures. Outside concert attendance and listening outside of class will be required. It is strongly recommended that students take this course concurrently with MUS 332N . Three lecture hours per week. Required of all music majors. Prerequisite: MUS 232N .