MSC HST 69
Music and Politics
Description: Lecture, four hours; discussion, one hour. Exploration and demonstration of various ways in which music is informed by and informs politics. From individual performances to mass demonstrations, music is recognizable as a political act and tool that is not simply representative, but also constitutive, meaning that music creates belief systems (politics). Examination of development and use of music by social movements, political parties, and nations, and critical listening practices to better hear world around us and sounds that compose its futures. P/NP or letter grading.
Units: 5.0
Units: 5.0
Most Helpful Review
Winter 2019 - This is one of my favorite classes I've taken so far at UCLA. Professor Redmond is extremely passionate which made the majority of her lectures very engaging. It is important to note that attendance is essential for this class. The TAs took attendance at every lecture and discussion so it is important that you are there on time and stay the whole time. However, lectures often ended early. It is also essential that you stay on top of the readings and assignments, as they can and were collected randomly without warning. As long as you attend all lectures and discussions and use the material from class in your assignments to support your own opinions you will do well.
Winter 2019 - This is one of my favorite classes I've taken so far at UCLA. Professor Redmond is extremely passionate which made the majority of her lectures very engaging. It is important to note that attendance is essential for this class. The TAs took attendance at every lecture and discussion so it is important that you are there on time and stay the whole time. However, lectures often ended early. It is also essential that you stay on top of the readings and assignments, as they can and were collected randomly without warning. As long as you attend all lectures and discussions and use the material from class in your assignments to support your own opinions you will do well.