Module #1 What is Ethnomusicology? Defining the field of ethnomusicology, its history, and its importance in understanding music cultures around the world.
Module #2 The Emergence of Ethnomusicology Exploring the key figures, events, and intellectual movements that shaped the development of ethnomusicology as a discipline.
Module #3 Core Concepts and Theories Introducing foundational concepts such as cultural relativism, musical universals, and the role of culture in shaping music.
Module #4 Research Methods in Ethnomusicology Surveying the range of research methods used in ethnomusicology, including fieldwork, participant observation, and interview techniques.
Module #5 Music and Culture Examining the complex relationships between music, culture, and society, including how music reflects and shapes cultural values and identity.
Module #6 Music and Identity Exploring how music is used to construct, express, and negotiate individual and collective identities, including gender, ethnicity, and nationality.
Module #7 Music and Power Analyzing the ways in which music is used as a tool of social control, resistance, and empowerment, highlighting issues of politics, colonialism, and globalization.
Module #8 Introduction to World Music Traditions Surveying the diversity of music traditions from around the world, including African, Asian, European, and American musics.
Module #9 African Music Traditions In-depth exploration of music from various African regions, including West Africa, East Africa, and South Africa.
Module #10 Asian Music Traditions Examining music from various Asian cultures, including Indian, Chinese, Japanese, and Southeast Asian traditions.
Module #11 European Music Traditions Investigating the diverse musical heritage of Europe, including folk, art music, and popular music from various regions.
Module #12 American Music Traditions Exploring the rich musical diversity of the Americas, including music from indigenous cultures, Latin America, and the United States.
Module #13 Popular Music and Globalization Analyzing the impact of globalization on popular music, including the spread of styles, genres, and technologies.
Module #14 Music and Ritual Examining the role of music in religious and secular rituals from around the world, highlighting its functional and symbolic significance.
Module #15 Music and Migration Investigating the ways in which music is used to negotiate identity, community, and cultural heritage in the context of migration and diaspora.
Module #16 Music and Technology Exploring the impact of technology on music-making, dissemination, and consumption, including the role of digital media and social networks.
Module #17 Ethnomusicology and Social Justice Discussing the role of ethnomusicology in promoting social justice, cultural equity, and human rights, including issues of cultural appropriation and representation.
Module #18 Ethnomusicology and Applied Practice Showcasing the ways in which ethnomusicological knowledge and skills can be applied in fields such as music education, arts administration, and cultural policy.
Module #19 Case Studies in Ethnomusicology In-depth analysis of specific ethnomusicological research projects, highlighting methodologies, findings, and implications.
Module #20 Contemporary Issues in Ethnomusicology Exploring current debates and challenges in the field, including the impact of climate change, cultural heritage preservation, and decolonization.
Module #21 Ethnomusicology and Interdisciplinary Approaches Examining the intersections between ethnomusicology and other disciplines, such as anthropology, sociology, psychology, and philosophy.
Module #22 Ethnomusicology and the Digital Humanities Investigating the potential of digital humanities tools and methods for ethnomusicological research, including digital archives, virtual ethnography, and data analysis.
Module #23 Ethnomusicology and Cultural Policy Analyzing the role of ethnomusicology in informing cultural policy, including issues of cultural heritage preservation, intellectual property, and cultural diversity.
Module #24 Ethnomusicology and Music Education Exploring the applications of ethnomusicology in music education, including the development of culturally-responsive pedagogy and curriculum design.
Module #25 Ethnomusicology and Community Engagement Discussing the importance of community engagement and collaboration in ethnomusicological research, including issues of reciprocity, ethics, and social responsibility.
Module #26 Ethnomusicology and Performance Examining the role of performance in ethnomusicological research, including the use of performance as a methodology, and the presentation of research findings through performance.
Module #27 Ethnomusicology and Multimodal Representation Investigating the use of multimodal representation in ethnomusicological research, including the integration of visual, aural, and textual elements.
Module #28 Ethnomusicology and Human Rights Examining the relationship between ethnomusicology and human rights, including the use of music as a tool for social justice and human rights advocacy.
Module #29 Ethnomusicology and Environmental Sustainability Exploring the intersections between ethnomusicology and environmental sustainability, including the impact of music on the environment and the role of music in environmental advocacy.
Module #30 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Introduction to Ethnomusicology career
