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2009 Course Handbook

MUS853: World Musics

This theoretical unit introduces and critically examines different musical practices from a diverse range of music cultures in which improvisation plays a fundamental role. Particular emphasis is given to music and musical thought in both traditional and contemporary settings in South Asia, South-East Asia, West Asia, the Caribbean, South America and West Africa.

Credit Points:4
Contact Hours:3
When Offered: D1 - Day; Offered in the first half-year
Staff Contact: Dr Adrian McNeil
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Corequisites:

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Unit Designations: --
Assessed As: Graded
Offered By:

Faculty of Arts

Timetable Information

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Recent Updates

17 Oct 2008 - EDUC80P

Program title amended