MUSICHST 260
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Classical Music of the West: Middle Ages to the 20th Century
This course, open to students regardless of previous background in music, examines the history and
development of what is often called “classical music,” the art music of Europe up to the 20th century. Students
will focus on developing listening skills and thinking critically about musical compositions and styles, while
learning about the social and cultural contexts in which the music was created.
