ANT 423 - Folksong

A study of the place of music in human culture, its forms, functions, uses, methods of composition, manner of performance, esthetic theories. Illustrative material chiefly drawn from Euro- and African-American folksongs (ballads, blues, worksongs). No musical background or training required.

Satisfies the General Education Cultural Diversity and International Perspectives and Artistic and Creative Expression Requirements.

Prerequisites
ANT 221 or permission.

Credits: 3