Music

MUSC 253B Rhythm, Time, and Form

Traditional and experimental rhythmic and temporal systems representing diverse cultures, with emphasis on unmeasured, divisive, additive, and multilayer practices in cultural context. Students examine rhythmic composition, improvisation, and rubato performance in selected cultures, including rhythmic notation and transcription systems.

Requirements

Prerequisite(s): MUSC 200 or the equivalent, or consent of instructor. Enrollment is restricted to graduate students.

Credits

5

Instructor

Benjamin Carson