Description:

This course is designed to enhance student music listening. Students will learn to identify changes in the elements of music through the different stylistic periods of classical music. Factual and historical information will be presented to broaden the student's cultural and music appreciation. Students will hear recorded examples of music from the Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic and 20th-century eras, as well as popular American forms and music from non-Western cultures. 3 hrs./wk.

Supplies: Refer to the instructor's course syllabus for details about any supplies that may be required.

Prerequisites: NONE

Textbook(s): For information see - http://bookstore.jccc.net

Course Fees: NONE

Course Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course the student should be able to:

1. Identify verbally and aurally the changes in the elements of music from each era.
2. Differentiate characteristic sounds within these different eras and styles.
3. Match composers, genres, and forms to specific music eras and styles.

Content Outline & Competencies:

I. Elements of music
   A. Define the elements of music (melody, rhythm, harmony, texture, and
form) and describe aural examples. 
   B. Recognize and define tempo and dynamic terms.
   C. Identify visual and aural examples of the basic instruments and
instrumental ensembles used in western music. 

II. Musical developments through the stylistic periods of classical music
(Medieval through twentieth century)
   A. List the important composers, genres, and music forms of each era.
   B. Describe and aurally recognize the genres and simpler forms of era.
   C. Describe how the elements of music are used in each era or stylistic
period of classical music.
   D. Summarize the economic, social, and political effects on music in
each era.
   E. Describe the aesthetic qualities of each classical stylistic
period.
   F. State how musicians function in the society of each period of
classical music.
   G. Identify and describe specific pieces studied in class that are
representative of each stylistic era.

III. Popular styles and music from nonwestern cultures
   A. Describe the evolution of jazz from its roots in ragtime and blues
through jazz fusion.
   B. Match important jazz performers to the kinds of jazz they
performed.
   C. Describe the origins and varieties of rock music. 
   D. Briefly describe the development of American musical theater.
   E. Aurally recognize instruments from nonwestern cultures. 
   F. Differentiate the sounds and aesthetics from music of Africa, India,
and China.

Methods of Evaluation of Competencies:

Evaluation of student mastery of course competencies will be accomplished using the following methods:

Based on any combination of the following methods, specified in
individual syllabi:

1. Several Unit Tests, written and aural, covering the elements of music,
the stylistic eras of music history, and popular styles and nonwestern
musics
2. Comprehensive final exam, written and/or aural
3. Attendance at concerts and reports based on these concerts
4. Brief class presentation on topic pertinent to the class agreed upon by
the instructor and student

Grading Criteria:

90 - 100%  = A
80 -  89%  = B
70 -  79%  = C
60 -  69%  = D
Below 60%  = F

Caveats: NONE

Disabilities:

If you are a student with a disability, and if you will be requesting accommodations, it is your responsibility to contact Access Services. Access Services will recommend any appropriate accommodations to your professor and his/her director. The professor and director will identify for you which accommodations will be arranged.

JCCC provides a range of services to allow persons with disabilities to participate in educational programs and activities. If you desire support services, contact the office of Access Services for Students With Disabilities (913) 469-8500, ext. 3521 or TDD (913) 469-3885. The Access Services office is located in the Success Center on the second floor of the Student Center.