Improvisation in Cross-Cultural Perspective
MUSC 513
Spring 2015
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This course will explore musical improvisation around the world from a variety of theoretical and practical perspectives. Readings on theories of improvisational processes, as well as on specific musical traditions in the United States, India, Indonesia, Africa, and elsewhere, will combine with practical transcription and analysis projects. |
Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
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Course Format: Seminar | Grading Mode: Graded |
Level: GRAD |
Prerequisites: None |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: None |
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Past Enrollment Probability: Not Available |
SECTION 01 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Bruno Nettl, IN THE COURSE OF PERFORMANCE Bruno Nettl, "THOUGHTS OF IMPROVISATION" Paul Berliner, THINKING IN JAZZ Harold Powers, "MODE" Levy, GREGORIAN CHANT Lord, SINGER OF TALES Ruckert, MUSIC IN NORTH INDIA Sumarsam, GAMELAN Viswanathan and Allen, MUSIC IN SOUTH INDIA Yung, CELESTIAL AIRS Various other articles
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Examinations and Assignments: Final research paper. Weekly writing assignments. |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments: Graduate seminar; undergraduates by exception and permission. |
Instructor(s): Charry,Eric Times: .....F. 09:00AM-11:50AM; Location: OLIN327B; |
Total Enrollment Limit: 12 | | SR major: X | JR major: X |   |   |
Seats Available: 8 | GRAD: 12 | SR non-major: X | JR non-major: X | SO: X | FR: X |
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