Students study the traditional music practices within the context of a number of different regions, countries, societies and ethnic groups. Particular emphasis is placed on how factors such as religious belief, gender biases, political influence, societal attitudes and the effects of migration have impacted on music practices and the development of music practices over time.
Core: Stage 3 Irish Traditional Music Major
Option: Yes
This module is available to students studying on other programmes.
This module is delivered through lectures in which a number of case studies from around the world are explored. Case studies may include (but are not confined to) Indian Classical music, Gypsy Music in Europe and the Middle East, the music traditions of Spain, West African traditions, Argentinean tango, Brazilian samba and Blues.
Case Studies
This module is delivered through lectures in which a number of case studies from around the world are explored. Case studies may include (but are not confined to) Indian Classical music, Gypsy Music in Europe and the Middle East, the music traditions of Spain, West African traditions, Argentinean tango, Brazilian samba and Blues.
Teaching consists of weekly lectures including music recordings and videos, interviews and relevant articles.
| Module Content & Assessment | |
|---|---|
| Assessment Breakdown | % |
| Formal Examination | 25 |
| Other Assessment(s) | 75 |