MUSC 21900 - Women in Music

Course Credit: 1
(WGSS)
WOMEN IN MUSIC Examination of the history of women in Western music, focusing upon black and white women in classical music, jazz, gospel, popular music, and the blues. Topics will include the status of women as professional musicians, the economics of mainstreaming women in the music industry, and the collaborative efforts of women to achieve parity with men in the creative and performing arts. No prior musical knowledge required. Annually. Spring. [AH, C]