MUSIC AND SOCIETY

MUSIC 201

Course Description

Music during defined historical periods with emphasis on political and social contexts. May concentrate on a specific era or geographical area.

Prerequisties

Sophomore standing

Satisfies

MUSIC 306

Credits

Not Reported

Offered

Not Reported

Grade Point Average

3.63

2.84% from Historical

Completion Rate

96.67%

-2.26% from Historical

A Rate

70%

9.83% from Historical

Class Size

-1.1% from Historical

Instructors (2025 Fall)

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