Music History & Appreciation

Course Description

What makes great music? What is artistry, and how can a deeper understanding of artistry across musical styles help us to live deeper, more reflective lives? This course introduces students to great music across genres with a focus on classical, jazz, rock, and hip hop. We will study the artistry of famous composers like Mozart and Beethoven as well as contemporary icons like the Beatles, Taylor Swift, and Kendrick Lamar. Across these examples, we will attain insight into how great music expands our knowledge of the world, our creativity, our relationships with others, and our faith.

Grade Level Offerings

9, 10, 11, 12

Course Length

1 Semester

Credits

0.5

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