MUSIC 1205

Introduction to Western Art Music

Course Description

Course information provided by the 2025-2026 Catalog.

This course offers an introduction to the history and culture of Western art music, commonly known as "classical" music. While sketching an overview of important works, events, places, figures, and movements from the medieval period up to the present day, the course will focus on providing students with the knowledge, vocabulary, and listening skills required to locate themselves in relation to this vast and diverse body of music. No previous musical experience is required.

Last 4 Terms Offered 2025FA, 2024FA, 2022FA

Distribution Category (ALC-AS, LA-AS)

When Offered Fall.

Course Subfield (HC)

Comments Students who have previously taken MUSIC 1201(European Music from the Middle Ages, Renaissance, and Baroque) and/or MUSIC 1202 (Classical Music from 1750 to the Present) should be aware that MUSIC 1205 incorporates content from both courses, and might consider taking MUSIC 2207 or MUSIC 2208.

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