Music Appreciation
Music Appreciation is a year-long, non-performance-based course that explores music as an expressive art form shaped by historical, cultural, and social forces. Students will develop critical listening skills, analyze musical elements, and examine major musical traditions from Western music to global and contemporary styles. Through listening, discussion, writing, and creative projects, students will build an informed appreciation of music’s role around the globe.
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For Grades: 9th-12th
Time: Thursday 2:45pm - 4:15pm @PCLC
Duration: 2 Semester Class
Teacher: Kelly Benjamson
Required Materials
- A subscription to either Spotify, Apple Music or a similar music streaming platform.
Recommended Prerequisites
None
Syllabus
Unit 1: Elements of Music & Listening Skills
Unit 2: Music in Ancient & Medieval Cultures
Unit 3: Renaissance & Baroque Music
Unit 4: Classical & Romantic Eras
Unit 5: American Music Traditions
Unit 6: Music of the World
Unit 7: 20th Century & Contemporary Music
Unit 8: Music, Society, & Personal Identity
Music Appreciation
Music Appreciation
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This price reflects the 2026 Spring semester. The 2026 Fall semester prices will be updated in May.
*Student Fee
*Student Fee
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*Refund Policy
*Refund Policy
*As of Fall 2025, no refunds will be given once out-of-pocket payments or charter funds have been processed.
