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Oct 23, 2026
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MUSC 1100 - Music Appreciation
Credits: 3
Catalog Description
Survey of the history and diversity found within primarily western music and its relation to culture and society including a brief survey of the elements of music, incorporating the extensive use of audio recordings and attendance at a live performance.
Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC) Goal Area(s) fulfilled: Goal 06C: The Humanities and Fine Arts
Additional fee to student: No
Learner Outcomes
- Identify major historical periods and styles within western music.
- Recognize the structural elements of music (melody, harmony, rhythm, form).
- Aural recognition of instrumentation, style, period and composer/title identification of assigned listening.
- Interpret a printed art music concert program and apply relevant information in written report.
- Attend a live, professional-level performance of art music.
- Evaluate live performance through written report that reflects personal reaction and applies course content.
- Demonstrate ability to utilize research in written work to investigate specific repertoire, composers or styles.
Major Areas of Course Content
- Historical survey of western music
- Elements of music
- Live performance of art music
- Writing about music
- Active listening to music
Credit for Prior Learning Options
Course-Specific Exam, Credit by Portfolio Review
Credit for Prior Learning Option Procedure(s)
Contact Department Chair.
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