A selective survey of music of western civilization; evolution of forms, styles, media. Designed to enable the student to listen with understanding.

No Prerequisites

5

Units

Optional

Grading

1, 2, 3

Passtime

None

Level Limit

Letters and science

College
GEs Area F Writing
Unlocks MUS 118A MUS 112B MUS 112C MUS 112A MUS 115
Disallowed majors music
TCHAROS S S
Stefanie Tcharos
4.7
10 reviews
SPRIGGE M A
Martha Sprigge
4.3
9 reviews
AI predicted, based on past grading trends of the course and instructor, class info, and 127 other factors
MUSIC1213
M
11:00 AM - 11:50 AM
20 / 20 Full

MUSIC1213
M
12:00 PM - 12:50 PM
20 / 20 Full

MUSIC1213
M
13:00 PM - 13:50 PM
20 / 20 Full

MUSIC1213
M
14:00 PM - 14:50 PM
20 / 20 Full

MUSIC1207
T
08:00 AM - 08:50 AM
20 / 20 Full

MUSIC1207
T
09:00 AM - 09:50 AM
20 / 20 Full

MUSIC1213
W
11:00 AM - 11:50 AM
20 / 20 Full

MUSIC1213
W
12:00 PM - 12:50 PM
20 / 20 Full

MUSIC1213
W
13:00 PM - 13:50 PM
20 / 20 Full

MUSIC1213
W
14:00 PM - 14:50 PM
20 / 20 Full

MUSIC1207
R
08:00 AM - 08:50 AM
20 / 20 Full

MUSIC1207
R
09:00 AM - 09:50 AM
20 / 20 Full

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Winter 2025 . Sprigge M A
MUSICLLCH
T R
11:00 AM - 12:15 PM
Fall 2026 . Sprigge M A
ILP 2302
T R
11:00 AM - 12:15 PM
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MUS 15 Sprigge M A Fall 2025 Total: 234
MUS 15 Sprigge M A Winter 2025 Total: 233
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19
4.5
MUS15 . Sprigge M A 5 Months Ago

Fun class I overall enjoyed. Decent amount of reading involved but expected. Lots of writing as it covers writing credit, but you get to flexibility with choosing what to write. Lots of information across the board, some kind of random but okay. Class was lecture heavy but usually interesting. Would recommend, grading was fairly easy

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MUS15 . Sprigge M A 5 Months Ago

Very chill professor, lectures are pretty boring but mainly graded by a couple essays and then a midterm and final essay. Weekly assignments too which are not that time consuming. I personally do not think that it is hard to do well in this class, just be ready to write.

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MUS15 . Sprigge M A 5 Months Ago

Class was interesting, but felt a bit random at times. Grading was a bit harsh. One short essay a week, one midterm (essay), two esssay final, and a concert reflection. Lots of reading was assigned, but it seemed unnecessary to me. A bit surprised this is known as one of the easiest GEs. Just know how to write, and you will do fine.

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MUS15 . Sprigge M A 1 Year, 2 Months Ago

A rather boring class, with a surprising amount of work considering its widespread reputation as an easy GE. It's not challenging, just a bit annoying.

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MUS15 . Sprigge M A 1 Year, 2 Months Ago

Attendance is required for both lecture and section. Three 650 word papers and eight weekly short responses. She'll bring in guests for interviews and live demos of music. Hope you are involved in some way with music if you're taking this course.

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MUS10A . Tcharos S S 5 Months Ago

Dr. Tcharos is one of the smartest teachers I've ever had. She taught me that listening to music is an active, personal thing. The way she engages with her students is intentional, and best believe she will expect you to participate in class and build off your added discussion. Do not take her class if you don't care to be challenged.

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