MME 605 Intro. to Musicology

Introduction to Musicology provides a comprehensive introduction to music scholarship through the lens of history. By utilizing both cultural and musical analysis, we will traverse through music of the world while maintaining an emphasis on the notational and stylistic trends of Western art music. By way of sociology and anthropology, we will reevaluate historical narratives and disentangle social forces. We will also explore: how and where research is disseminated, how to access and deal with primary and secondary sources, how to formulate interesting and productive research questions, and how to write academically about music.