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Ventura College

Music Appreciation

Ventura College via California Community Colleges System

Overview

This course introduces the student to the main stylistic periods and developments in music, from ancient times to the present, with an emphasis on understanding and enjoyment in listening. It explores not only the music, composers, and traditions of Western culture, but examines some of the contributions of world music, popular music, blues, jazz, and rock as well. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. Formerly: MUS 8. C-ID: MUS 100.

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