Music Research Methods and Sources

(1 Credit Hour) · Undergraduate

Music Research Methods and Sources provides the foundation for scholars, performers, and conductors to locate, evaluate, and comprehend the necessary resources for their work. Focused on the practical application of research skills, the goal of the course is to provide students with the concepts and tools needed to facilitate their study, performance, and career goals. At the end of the course, students should be confident consumers of information related to all aspects of music. Topics covered will include core organizational principles, the research process, evaluation of information, key resources, locating primary sources, bibliographic tools, and an overview of music publishing and recording.