European Thought and Culture, Spring 2008

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Abstract:: This subject surveys main currents of European cultural and intellectual history in the modern period. Such a foundation course is central to the humanities in Europe. The curriculum introduces a set of ideas and arguments that have played a formative role in European cultural history, and acquaints them with some exemplars of critical thought. Among the topics to be considered: the critique of religion, the promise of independence, the advance of capitalism, the temptations of Marxism, the origins of totalitarianism, and the dialects of enlightenment. In addition to texts, we will also discuss pieces of art, incl. paintings and film.

Subject:: Humanities, Social Sciences
Grade Level:: Post-secondary
Collection:: MIT OpenCourseWare

Gödel, Escher, Bach, Spring 2007

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Abstract:: How are math, art, music, and language intertwined? How does intelligent behavior arise from its component parts? Can computers think? Can brains compute? Douglas Hofstadter probes very cleverly at these questions and more in his Pulitzer Prize winning book, "Gödel, Escher, Bach". In this seminar, we will read and discuss the book in depth, taking the time to solve its puzzles, appreciate the Bach pieces that inspired its dialogues, and discover its hidden tricks along the way.

Subject:: Arts, Humanities
Grade Level:: Post-secondary
Collection:: MIT OpenCourseWare

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Introduction to Music

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Abstract:: This course provides an introductory survey of the Western classical tradition, exploring music as a phenomenon of both sound and culture. The focus of this course is the development of aural skills that lead to an understanding and appreciation of music; making use of live performances and streaming audio available on the Internet, the student will listen to and explore some of the most important and influential repertoires and genres of music that emerged in the last four centuries. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to: Identify aesthetic qualities and compositional processes by studying and listening to significant works of music in both live performances and recorded media; Explain the historical and/or cultural contexts of musical works studied in this course; Demonstrate an aural ability by identifying specific forms, genres, musical techniques, and historical styles of Western classical music; Describe subjective reactions to musical examples and analyze specific expressive qualities that evoke responses; Write about music analytically and effectively, using vocabulary, language and a style appropriate to the discipline and expressing ideas clearly. (Music 101)

Subject:: Humanities
Grade Level:: Post-secondary
Collection:: Saylor Foundation

Introduction to Western Music, Spring 2006

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Abstract:: Gives students a broad overview of Western music from the Middle Ages to the twentieth century, with emphasis on late Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Modernist styles. Enhances the musical experience by developing listening skills and an understanding of diverse forms and genres. Major composers and works placed in social and cultural contexts. Weekly lectures feature demonstrations by professional performers, and introduce topics to be discussed in sections.

Subject:: Arts
Grade Level:: Post-secondary
Collection:: MIT OpenCourseWare

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J. S. Bach

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Abstract:: 'Video artist Downey uses dramatic special effects to examine the life and works of composer Johann Sebastian Bach. Shot mostly in the wintery East German towns where Bach lived and worked, this layered, impressionistic video portrait of the composer reconstructs a path through Bach's eighteenth-century life and the source of his musical inspiration.' The piece is divided into three sections -Death, Flashback, and Counterpoint. Text by Nobel Peace Prize winner and Bach biographer Albert Schweitzer is incorporated. Factual information about Bach's life is presented along with scenes from towns such as Leipzig, where he lived. An image of a man riding a horse across a snowy landscape is repeated. The music of Johann Sebastian Bach is featured throughout and is performed by Giorgy Sandor, Elaine Comparone, and the St. Thomas Church's Choir and Cantor. This is the fourth piece in a series by Downey entitled, 'The Thinking Eye.' The work is dedicated to Downey's mother and is approximately 27 and one-half minutes long. It was broadcast as a segment of episode 302 (1987), and episode 101 (1991), of 'New Television.'

Subject:: Arts
Collection:: WGBH Open Vault

Listening to Music

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Abstract:: This course fosters the development of aural skills that lead to an understanding of Western music. The musical novice is introduced to the ways in which music is put together and is taught how to listen to a wide variety of musical styles, from Bach and Mozart, to Gregorian chant, to the blues.

Subject:: Humanities
Grade Level:: Post-secondary
Collection:: Open Yale Courses

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Moldenhauer Archives

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Abstract:: This site presents 130 music manuscripts, letters, and materials representative of a 3,500-item collection documenting the history of Western music from the medieval period through the modern era. Essays by musicologists discuss items from Bach, Beethoven, Brahms, Chopin, Handel, Liszt, Mozart, Schoenberg, Stravinsky, and other composers.

Subject:: Arts
Grade Level:: Primary, Secondary, Post-secondary
Collection:: Library of Congress

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Music of the Baroque Period

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Abstract:: For those new to music history, a very short overview of the most important aspects of the period.

Subject:: Arts
Grade Level:: Primary, Secondary, Post-secondary
Collection:: Connexions

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Recitative-Bach Cantata BWV 78

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Abstract:: A worksheet comparing the two examples of Recitative in this work.

Subject:: Arts
Grade Level:: Secondary
Collection:: Scoilnet

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Student Activities for Bach Cantata

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Abstract:: A lesson plan aimed at all levels. It presents a number of different activities as starting points for the study of the set work. Teachers may select from the list in any order depending on the level of the class, progress of the students, etc.

Subject:: Arts
Grade Level:: Secondary
Collection:: Scoilnet

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Vocal activities on Bach Chorale

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Abstract:: A list of suggested teacher directed activities of a vocal nature which take a group of students through a series of steps which develop a sense of tonality while at the same time introduces them to the final (and also the first) movement of the Bach Cantata.

Subject:: Arts
Grade Level:: Secondary
Collection:: Scoilnet

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