Master of Music [M.Mus] [Music History] From Ohio University

While emphasis in the program is on Historical Musicology, studies in contemporary music (20th and 21st centuries) include units in Ethnomusicology and world music. Contextual readings give cultural and aesthetic perspective, and emphasis on research and writing in music encourages creativity and publication on subjects of special interest to the student.

Program Learning Objectives

• Teach the musical genres, composers, and composition techniques of the traditional western musical style periods
• Provide an introductory background on world music at the undergraduate level
• Provide an introductory background on Jazz styles and the cultural and social contexts of Jazz at the undergraduate level