740-341 Music Cultures of Asia

A study of selected styles of vocal and instrumental music from the Asian region.

On completion of this subject, students should be able to (a) integrate a holistic view of music from different times and places into their professional and intellectual lives (b) make critical, informed and reflective responses to new sounds and concepts in the study of music · recognise aurally and be able to describe the musical procedures used in selected genres of music of Asia (c) apply appropriate language in intercultural contexts (d) use current technologies and assimilate the potential of emerging technologies to pursue knowledge and manage information in the study of music (e) pursue knowledge in this area independently.

An independent research project of 2500 words (60%); a listening exam (40%)

A subject reading pack and CD will be available at the start of the semester.