Fulfills: Theory

This course is a theoretical examination of the dynamics of music,
power, and social protest around the world.  Early meetings will
orient the student on the various ways in which researchers have
approached the study of performance, power, resistance, and agency
in the humanities and social sciences.  Case studies drawn from
across the world (Europe, Africa, North America, and the Arab Middle
East) will then allow for greater discussion of the relations
between music performance and the contest for political resources,
power, and hegemony.  In addition to course readings and discussions
students will be expected to complete a semester-long ethnographic
or archival project, to be presented in conference format, drawing
together themes and approaches discussed throughout the semester.