3 Credits
This course introduces students to the history, elements, and cultural significance of music and visual art. Through listening, analysis, and discussion, students will develop an understanding of key artistic movements, genres, and styles in both music and visual art. The course emphasizes how art and music have evolved over time and how they influence and reflect the societies in which they were created. Students will gain an appreciation for a wide range of artistic expressions and explore connections between music and visual arts.
Bibliography Sample
- The Art of Music and Other Essays, Hector Berlioz, 978-0252073837
- 75 Masterpieces Every Christian Should Know, Terry Glaspey, 978-0802420879
- Art and Faith: A Theology of Making, Makoto Fujimura, 978-0300254143
- Art: A World History, Elke Linda Buchholz, 978-0810994423
- Music: An Appreciation, Roger Kamien, 978-1259892707