Details for Music History

Music has been a constant of human history. This subject explores key music histories as they relate to Australian and Australia/European history. First, Western Art Music history is explored from the middle ages to the present. Second, an overview of Popular Music History is provided. Finally, Australian indigenous music and its history is explored.

Quick Info

Currently offered by Alphacrucis: Yes
Course code: MUS101
Credit points: 10
Subject coordinator: Daniel Thornton

Awards offering Music History

This unit is offered as a part of the following awards:

Unit Content

Outcomes

Discuss Australian indigenous music in the context of other world musics;
Identify the key genres of Popular Music and their evolution; and
Outline the major stages of Western Art Music history.

Subject Content

Australian Indigenous Music
Jazz
Rock ‘n Roll
Soul and Disco
Heavier music genres
Pop music
Country
EDM
Music of ancient cultures
Medieval and Renaissance Period
Baroque Period
Classical Period
Romantic Period
Post-Romantic Period
Impressionism
20th Century

This course may be offered in the following formats

Face to Face (on site)
E-learning (online)
Intensive

Please consult your course prospectus or enquire about how and when this course will be offered next at Alphacrucis University College.

Assessment Methods

Oral Presentation (25%)
Exam (25%)
Major Essay (50%)

Prescribed Text

Kamien, R., & Kamien, A. (2018). Music: An Appreciation. McGraw-Hill Education

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