Classic violins. (Image courtesy of Wikipedia.)
Instructor(s)
Prof. Ellen Harris
MIT Course Number
21M.011
As Taught In
Spring 2006
Level
Undergraduate
Course Description
Course Features
Course Description
This course gives a broad overview of Western music from the Middle Ages to the 20th century, with emphasis on late baroque, classical, romantic, and modernist styles (1700-1910). It is also meant to enhance students' musical experience by developing listening skills and an understanding of diverse forms and genres. Major composers and their works will be placed in social and cultural contexts. Weekly lectures feature demonstrations by professional performers, and introduce topics to be discussed in sections. The focus of the course is on the weekly listening and reading assignments.