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Ventura College

Introduction to World Music

Ventura College via California Community Colleges System

Overview

This course provides an introductory survey of world music from the cultural traditions of the Americas, Africa, Asia, Indonesia, India, and Europe. The course will focus on the cultural sources of world musical practices, on characteristics of rhythm, melody and composition, and on musical instruments. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. Formerly: MUS 3.

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