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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 112A MUS 112B
Disallowed majors music
TCHAROS S S
Stefanie Tcharos
4.7
9 reviews
SPRIGGE M A
Martha Sprigge
4.5
6 reviews
MUSIC1213
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11:00 AM - 11:50 AM
20 / 20 Full

MUSIC1213
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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
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09:00 AM - 09:50 AM
20 / 20 Full

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Winter 2025 . Sprigge M A
MUSICLLCH
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11:00 AM - 12:15 PM
Winter 2024 . Stussy C
MUSICLLCH
T R
11:00 AM - 12:15 PM
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MUS 15 Sprigge M A Winter 2025 Total: 233
MUS 15 Paul D C Spring 2025 Total: 230
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15
4.6
MUS15 . Sprigge M A 8 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 8 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 4 Months Ago

She is such a SWEETHEART. She loves what she does, and I think she maximizes the material in terms of how she teaches it. Even as a musician thou, I did find it to be boring after the first unit, but she at least made it somewhat enjoyable. Def a good GE to take for fine arts credit, and I think is non-musician friendly.

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MUS119A . Sprigge M A 6 Months Ago

Professor Sprigge is one of the kindest professors I've ever met. As an international student, I felt truly seen and supported. She's warm, patient, and always willing to help. Her class is thoughtful and well-organized, and she creates such a safe, welcoming space.I feel so lucky to have met her and will always be grateful.

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MUS119A . Sprigge M A 8 Months Ago

For her first time teaching MUS15, she did a phenomenal job. Super passionate and is great at explaining concepts/themes. Grade is composed of weekly responses, attendance, 1 performance attendance, and 3 short papers: however, they're simple as long as you attend the (mandatory) lectures. Lots of great guests along the way as well.

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MUS119A . Sprigge M A 4 Years Ago

Prof Sprigge is definitely my highlight of remote learning. Her lectures and sections are always so fun to participate, and she is passionate, and knowledgeable, in what she is teaching. Very manageable workload (1 response each week, 2-3 short paper, and midterm & final), clear syllabus and grading contract, give goofed feedback. I enjoyed a lot.

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M
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T R
09:30 AM - 10:45 AM
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M W F
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM
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R
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80.5% A
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100.0% A