Music History, Literature, and Theory

Liberal Arts • Visual And Performing Arts

What is it about?

A program that focuses on the study of the historical evolution of music as a social and intellectual phenomenon, the development of musical instruments and techniques, and the analysis and criticism of musical literature. Includes instruction in music history research methods, aesthetic analysis of musical compositions, history of musical writing and notation, the development of musical instruments, the development of music theory, and the study of specific periods, cultural traditions, styles, and themes.

Numbers at a glance

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Search Rank on O's List
27
Colleges offer it
109
Graduates (2018-19)
Men
57
Women
52

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O's Insights on Music History, Literature, and Theory

  • Major has been stable in popularity over the last 5 years after decreasing prior to that.
  • 31% of graduates come from public universities.

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