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MUSI 209 - Introduction to Music Theory for Non-Majors |
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MUSI 306.1 - Topics in Music and Popular Culture (Music Identity CAN 1970-2018) |
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LEC 1
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MW 09:00 - 11:45
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CHF 202
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Notes: This course examines the music and career of The Tragically Hip from a critical perspective, using its music, iconography, reception and activism as entry points into the idea of Canadian identity. We will not be concerned with establishing the ¿greatness¿ (or lack thereof) of the band, but we will be trying to understand their unique place in the Canadian imaginaire. We will consider song lyrics as poetry, music and its relationship to place and identity, iconography and promotion. We will also consider lead singer Gord Downie¿s solo projects, particularly the Secret Path project that attempted to bring the story of Indigenous peoples and residential schools. |
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MUSI 306.2 - Topics in Music and Popular Culture (History of Heavy Metal) |
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LEC 2
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MW 13:00 - 15:45
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CHF 202
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Notes: A multimedia survey course exploring the genre of popular music known as Heavy Metal. The course will include an examination of the music and its artists from its earliest precursors through to the present. Discussions will center on a survey of some of Heavy Metal¿s most well known icons and will include detailed analyses and in- depth discussions of their works. |
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MUSI 306.3 - Topics in Music and Popular Culture (Music & Life of James Brown) |
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LEC 3
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MW 18:00 - 20:45
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CHF 202
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Notes: This course will be an examination of the music, life, history, influence, and contributions of James Brown from his early life, early, middle, and late career, the highs and lows of his professional and personal life, through to his death in 2006. His music will be emphasized throughout. |
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MUSI 306.4 - Topics in Music and Popular Culture (The Music of Led Zeppelin) |
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LEC 4
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TR 16:00 - 18:45
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CHF 202
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Notes: A multimedia survey course exploring the music of Led Zeppelin, including an examination of the band¿s history from their pre-Zeppelin beginnings through their rise to superstardom. Discussions will center on an album-by-album survey of the band¿s music and will include detailed analyses of significant works. In addition to providing students with an in-depth look at one of rock¿s most well- known musical icons, this course will assist students in developing a greater appreciation and understanding of the band¿s music and popular music in general. |
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MUSI 308.1 - Topics in Composers and Musical Culture (Mozart: His Life & Music) |
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LEC 1
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TR 09:00 - 11:45
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CHF 202
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Notes: This course will explore Mozart's life and music, as well as the cultural context within which he lived and composed his music. This course will explore Mozart's major works through guided listening (students will not need to read music) and examine topics including the life & responsibilities of a late-eighteenth century musician, the idea of a musical genius and wunderkind and Mozart as a performer and improviser. |
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