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World Musics - MUS853
This unit introduces and examines different musical practices from a diverse range of music cultures in which improvisation plays a fundamental role. Classes consist of a 2 hour weekly seminar. The unit considers the many ways that traditional, contemporary and fusion music is thought about, performed and transmitted around the world. The seminars concentrate on practical exercises and strategies in improvisation from South Asia, South America, and West Asia.
| Credit Points: | 4 |
| When Offered: | E1 - Evening; Offered in Session 1, North Ryde |
| Staff Contact(s): | Dr Adrian McNeil |
| Prerequisites: |
12cp in MUS units at 300 level |
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| Assessed As: | Graded |
| Offered By: | Department of Media, Music, Communication and Cultural Studies Faculty of Arts |
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