2018 – Melissa Goldsmith

College: Westfield State University
Instructor: Melissa Goldsmith mgoldsmith@westfield.ma.edu
Course: MUSC101: Music Appreciation
Semesters Offered: 3
Course Format: Online

Course Description: A core arts requirement with no previous music background required, this course introduces concert hall repertory from jazz to classical music, as well as music rudiments, terminology, and history. Video lectures are just one outstanding feature of the course: These include music examples, brief instructor performances, pictures of composers and instruments, and illustrated concepts. Also exemplary are the requirements to attend two live concert performances and write reviews, multidisciplinary assignments and exams, open discussion topics, and detailed feedback.

Link to Video Tour

Campus Liaison:  Lynn Zayac lzayac@westfield.ma.edu