Classical Music Appreciation

Students will learn about classical music from the Medieval, Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Contemporary eras. They will learn to identify the base aspects of music (pitch, rhythm, tone, timbre, etc), as well as the various instruments used most commonly in classical music. Students will also learn to identify musical characteristics of any given time period. We will look at the cultural and sociological influences on the ways music has developed, as well. With all of the aforementioned knowledge, students will learn how to analyze and evaluate music from many time periods, in order to develop, evaluate, and express their own personal preferences with classical music. No prior experience required. Available to students ages 16+. No required textbooks. Laptop or iPad with camera and headphones for online classes required. Instructor Mary Barba.