Ancient Greek and Roman Music

CLASSICS 462

Music played a vital role in Ancient Greece and Rome. New resources and perspectives now allow us to appreciate the ancients' music better than ever before. This course addresses the nature of ancient music (instruments, melody and rhythm, modes), ancient attitudes towards music, and its contribution to public and private life. The focus throughout will be on our ancient sources, both literary and archaeological.

Course Attributes: EN H; AS HUM; AS LCD; FA HUM; AR HUM

Section 01

Ancient Greek and Roman Music

INSTRUCTOR: Sears

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