MUSI 6372 Studies in Music & Gender
This course brings together work in cultural theory, ethnomusicology, musicology feminism/queer theory, and music interpretation to explore connections between music, sexuality, and gender. Students will examine readings that seek to expand our knowledge of the musical activities of women, examine how concepts of gender and sexuality shape are shaped by musical practices and discourses, and investigate the construction of desire and sexuality through music. Discussions will be organized around particular topics (rather than chronology) and in relation to musical works, critical readings, and music from western classical, folk and popular traditions to non-western genres.
Prerequisite
Graduate standing in music required.
Offered
As scheduled