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Handbook 1997 : Faculty of Arts : Philosophy
161-232/332 Philosophy and Music |
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Credit Points: | 16.7 2nd and 3rd year | |
Coordinator: | Dr Katrine Keuneman | |
Prerequisite/s: | One first-year single-semester Philosophy subject. Students who lack this prerequisite, but believe themselves adequately prepared to attempt any second/third year subjects, should consult the Head of Department. | |
Timetable: | Semester 2 | |
Contact: | Up to three hours a week | |
Subject Description: | The subject consists of a philosophical exploration of a number of questions arising in connection with music, such as: How should we define or understand music? What is the relationship between music and society? What problems are raised by notions such as creation, performance, and authenticity? What is the ontological status of a piece of music? Where do various theories locate meaning in music? By the end of the subject it is expected students will be able to discern the philosophical implications of questions about the nature and interpretation of music, to understand the cultural shaping of key background concepts, and to grasp and compare various theories of meaning in music. | |
Assessment: | One 2-hour end-of-semester examination (50%) and an essay of up to 3000 words (50%). | |
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