Graduate School
Certificate in Applied Ethnomusicology Courses
The Certificate in Applied Ethnomusicology requires 18 graduate-level credits including the following courses, plus 6 elective credits to be chosen from the ethnomusicology courses.
MUSC602 • Field of Ethnomusicology (3 credits)
The
study of various philosophical approaches in the practice of
ethnomusicology. Primary emphasis is given to research of the history
of the discipline, comparative analysis, and readings of major
contributors in the field of ethnomusicology.
MUSC606 • Applied Ethnomusicology (3 credits)
The
practice of ethnomusicology including: 1) use of technology and
audio/video recording practices; 2) development of professional and
intercultural relationships; 3) integration of biblical and
professional ethics; 4) contextualization in worship, discipleship, and
evangelism; and 5) begin the development of the research thesis or
project.
MUSC610 • Worship and Culture (3 credits)
A
study of worship as observed in biblical examples. Scriptural
principles regarding worship are applied to the life of the individual
and to individual responsibility in the corporate worship experience.
Emphasis is on building a theological orientation for interculturality
by understanding the nature of worship as the foundation for building
interdependent relationships in the kingdom of God.
MUSC611 • Ethnic Performance Ensemble (1 credit)
The
performance of indigenous music on ethnic instruments for the
development of individual and ensemble skill. Emphasis is on the
development of an understanding of how to play the instruments and how
they fit together musically and socially within the ensemble. Specific
ethnic ensembles will vary depending upon student need and availability
of instructors. Course may be repeated for credit. Course lab fee: $50.
Graded on an S/U basis.Choose two credits from:
MUSC620-629 • Seminar in Ethnic Music
Concentrated
study of a selected ethnic music culture. In scheduling each seminar,
consideration will be given to student interest and the availability of
appropriate guest musicians.
MUSC620 • Seminar In Ethnic Music: Islam (2 credits)
MUSC621 • Seminar In Ethnic Music: India (2 credits)
MUSC622 • Seminar In Ethnic Music: Native America (2 credits)
MUSC623 • Seminar in Ethnic Music: Africa (2 credits)
MUSC624 • Seminar in Ethnic Music: Latin America (2 credits)
MUSC625 • Seminar in Ethnic Music: Japan (2 credits)
MUSC626 • Seminar in Ethnic Music: Middle East (2 credits)
MUSC627 • Seminar in Ethnic Music: China (2 credits)
MUSC628 • Seminar in Ethnic Music: Eastern Europe (2 credits)
MUSC629 • Seminar in Ethnic Music: Indonesia (2 credits)
Elective Courses (6 credits)
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Bethel University reserves the right to withdraw, modify, or add to the list of courses or the course descriptions listed above and to cancel any course 10 calendar days prior to the start date if minimum enrollment has not been met.