Universe of Music Professor David Patterson, Ph.D. Performing Arts University of Massachusetts - Boston Click here to view a welcome video by Professor Patterson Course Structure: Online

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Course Description

An introduction to the infinite universe of music from its origins to the present, this course investigates the role of instruments, culture, myth and science in the evolution of music. Illustrations through the medium of the World Wide Web present the concept of music as both communication of ideas and expression of feelings in diverse musical traditions of the world.