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MUS 5494 - West African Music Ensemble (1 Cr.)
Course description
Hands-on experience in learning to play West African music, one of the great non-western musical traditions that is readily accessible to beginners. Also, insights into function, context, structure, gender roles, politics, instruments, life-cycle rites, genres, musical organizations, traditional musicians, and contemporary popular music. Open to all students - no musical background needed!
Minimum credits
1
Maximum credits
1
Is this course repeatable?
Yes
What is the maximum number of completions allowed?
8
What is the maximum number of credits that can be earned from this course?
8
Grading basis
OPT - Student Option
Laboratory
Fulfills the writing intensive requirement?
No
Typically offered term(s)
Periodic Fall & Spring