Virginia Western Community College: Music in Society

Music in Society - MUS 121 at Virginia Western Community College

MUS 121 - Music in Society: Explores the language of music through an introduction to basic elements, forms and styles across time. Acquaints students with composers' lives and influential creative individualities, discovering representative works and milestones in western society. Develops techniques for listening analytically and critically. Reviews historical development and significance of art music within the context of evolving societal structures. This is a Passport and UCGS transfer course.

Lecture 3 hours. Total 3 hours per week.

3 credits

MUS 121 Detailed Outline

Schedule at Virginia Western Community College

Spring 2024 ➜

Class #	Section	Credits	Day	Time	Start	Location	Mode
28852	MUS 121-V1	3		0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.	2024-01-16	Virtual Distance Learning	WW
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method. Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/ This course utilizes Open Educational Resources (OER). Materials for this class will be at low-cost or no cost to the student. Please check Canvas for required materials used in this course.
29260	MUS 121-V2	3		0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.	2024-01-16	Virtual Distance Learning	WW
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method. Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/ This course utilizes Open Educational Resources (OER). Materials for this class will be at low-cost or no cost to the student. Please check Canvas for required materials used in this course.
29864	MUS 121-V5	3		0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.	2024-01-16	Virtual Distance Learning	WW
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/ This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method. This is a first eight week class. This course utilizes Open Educational Resources (OER). Materials for this class will be at low-cost or no cost to the student. Please check Canvas for required materials used in this course.
29962	MUS 121-V6	3		0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.	2024-03-18	Virtual Distance Learning	WW
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/ This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method. This course utilizes Open Educational Resources (OER). Materials for this class will be at low-cost or no cost to the student. Please check Canvas for required materials used in this course. 2nd eight-week class. Begins March 18.
29579	MUS 121-Z1	3	Tu Th	2:00 p.m.-3:15 p.m.	2024-01-16	Virtual-Real Time	WW
This course utilizes Open Educational Resources (OER). Materials for this class will be at low-cost or no cost to the student. Please check Canvas for required materials used in this course. This is an online course with a specific meeting pattern. To participate in this class, you must be connected online during the dates and times specified in the class schedule. High-speed internet access is required. Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/ This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.

Summer 2024 ➜

Class #	Section	Credits	Time	Start	Location	Mode
31408	MUS 121-V1	3	0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.	2024-05-20	Virtual Distance Learning	WW
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method. Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/ This course utilizes Open Educational Resources (OER). Materials for this class will be at low-cost or no cost to the student. Please check Canvas for required materials used in this course.
31409	MUS 121-V2	3	0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.	2024-05-20	Virtual Distance Learning	WW
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method. Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/ This course utilizes Open Educational Resources (OER). Materials for this class will be at low-cost or no cost to the student. Please check Canvas for required materials used in this course. This is a first five-week class. May 20 to June 24.
31410	MUS 121-V3	3	0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.	2024-06-25	Virtual Distance Learning	WW
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method. Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/ This course utilizes Open Educational Resources (OER). Materials for this class will be at low-cost or no cost to the student. Please check Canvas for required materials used in this course. This is a second five-week class. Begins June 25.

Fall 2024 ➜

Class #	Section	Credits	Day	Time	Start	Location	Mode
41123	MUS 121-V1	3		0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.	2024-08-26	Virtual Distance Learning	WW
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method. This course utilizes Open Educational Resources (OER). Materials for this class will be at low-cost or no cost to the student. Please check Canvas for required materials used in this course. Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
41625	MUS 121-V2	3		0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.	2024-08-26	Virtual Distance Learning	WW
This course utilizes Open Educational Resources (OER). Materials for this class will be at low-cost or no cost to the student. Please check Canvas for required materials used in this course. Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/ This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
51734	MUS 121-V4	3		0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.	2024-08-26	Virtual Distance Learning	WW
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method. Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/ This course utilizes Open Educational Resources (OER). Materials for this class will be at low-cost or no cost to the student. Please check Canvas for required materials used in this course. This is a 1st seven-week class. Begins August 26 and ends on October 16.
51735	MUS 121-V5	3		0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.	2024-10-24	Virtual Distance Learning	WW
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method. Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/ This course utilizes Open Educational Resources (OER). Materials for this class will be at low-cost or no cost to the student. Please check Canvas for required materials used in this course. This is a 2nd seven-week class. Begins October 24.
41624	MUS 121-Z1	3	Tu Th	11:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m.	2024-08-26	Virtual-Real Time	WW
This is an online course with a specific meeting pattern. To participate in this class, you must be connected online during the dates and times specified in the class schedule. High-speed internet access is required. Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/ This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method. This course utilizes Open Educational Resources (OER). Materials for this class will be at low-cost or no cost to the student. Please check Canvas for required materials used in this course.

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