Ethnomusicology 1 3106-ETNOM1
The basic assumption is to introduce students to the history of ethnomusicology and to familiarize them with the basic areas of interest and methodological orientations. For this purpose, students are presented with selected figures from the history of their interest in traditional music and selected texts, which are discussed after independent reading. Additionally, students are acquainted with selected examples of recordings of music studied by the presented characters. These examples are also discussed in the classroom.
Type of course
Mode
Prerequisites (description)
Course coordinators
Learning outcomes
1. knows the basic terminology of musicology
2. has ordered detailed knowledge of selected fields of science and scientific methodology disciplines
3. has a basic knowledge of the links between musicology and other sciences
4. has a basic knowledge of the main directions of development and the most important new achievements in musicology
5. knows and understands the basic methods of analysis and interpretation of the products of musical culture appropriate for selected traditions, theories or research schools of musicology
6. is aware of the complex nature of the musical language as well as the complexity and historical variability of its meanings
7. can search, analyze, evaluate, select and use information with the use of various sources and methods
8. has basic research skills, including the formulation and analysis of research problems, the selection of research methods and tools, the development and presentation of results, allowing for solving research problems in musicology
9. can independently acquire knowledge and develop research skills following the guidance of a research tutor
10.can use the basic theoretical approaches, research paradigms and concepts specific to musicology in typical professional situations
11. has the ability to substantive argumentation, using the views of other authors, and formulate conclusions
12. is able to interact and work in a group, assuming various roles in it
13. is aware of the responsibility for preserving the cultural heritage of mankind
Assessment criteria
- active participation in classes,
- final test.
Practical placement
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Bibliography
The Garland Encyclopedia of World Music, Routledge: New York, London 1998-2002; S. Żerańska-Kominek, Muzyka w kulturze. Wprowadzenie do etnomuzykologii, Warszawa 1995; A. Czekanowska, Kultury tradycyjne wobec współczesności. Muzyka, poezja, taniec, Warszawa 2008;
In addition to the above works, an important role will be played by the readings selected for discussion during the classes - the sets of readings change in individual years
Additional information
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