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SOCA3177

The Social Life of Music

10 Units 3000 Level Course

Not available in 2013

Previously offered in 2009, 2008

Examines the place of music in the relation between culture, technology and the environment. A cross-cultural study from an historical anthropological perspective, taking account of globalization and its effects on indigenous production and use of music in various societies. Does not require students to have a knowledge of conventional music theory.

Objectives On successful completion of this course students will be expected to demonstrate:

1. An understanding of anthropological theories of the relation of music to culture.
2. The ability to critically analyze theoretical and ethnographic contributions to the understanding of the role of music in society, particular in traditional societies.
3. The ability to apply relevant analytical models to contemporary issues.
4. Competence in scholarship, essay construction and academic argument appropriate to graduation at Bachelor level.
Content * An examination of the commercialization of music in Western societies, using case studies from the early 20th century to the present.
* An examination of the role of music in some traditional (non-western) societies, in the context of social/political relations and local cosmology.
* An examination of the impact of western musical influences on the music of some non-western societies.
* An examination of the effects of globalization on the politics of music production and use.
Replacing Course(s) Replaces HUMA3177 The Social Life of Music
Transition Students who have completed HUMA3177 are not eligible to enrol in this course.
Industrial Experience 0
Assumed Knowledge 40 units of study at 1000 level.
Modes of Delivery Internal Mode
Teaching Methods Lecture
Tutorial
Assessment Items
Essays / Written Assignments Essay, 1500 words (30%)
Essays / Written Assignments Essay, 1500 words (30%)
Examination: Formal Exam, 3 hours (40%)
Contact Hours Lecture: for 1 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Tutorial: for 1 hour(s) per Week for Full Term