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Minimum Grade for Prerequisites

Unless otherwise indicated, a grade of C or higher is required for all prerequisite courses.

Course Description

A course in comparative music styles of various cultures of the world. Each semester will explore one or more of the musical styles (popular, folk or classical) of Western Hemisphere, European, Asian and African cultures. Wherever possible, guest performers will present, and an opportunity shall be afforded to attend live performances.

Units: 3
Degree Credit
Letter Grade Only
  • Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
  • Homework hours/semester: 96-108
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area E5c
Transfer Credit: CSU (CSU GE Area C1), UC (IGETC Area 3A)