Students enjoyed the laid-back atmosphere for learning about various music topics. Students also got to hear new and different forms of music they may not have been exposed to before. The worst aspect of this course was the long and subjective assignments. The course would improve if students had more assistance and hints with the homework assignments. Prospective students should know that this course requires some sort of background in music theory. Overall, it is fun and very manageable in terms of the workload. 220

Students praised this course for having an engaged and friendly instructor who gave students the opportunity to move beyond chord-by-chord analysis of pieces and encouraged them to take a broad look at compositions. Perceived issues with the course varied; many students couldn’t find any issue with the course though others found that the continual process of analysis (listening to music and describing its structure) could become tedious and boring. Suggestions for improvement varied but centered on a desire that the course look at different ways to engage students during class. One student requested that students analyze shorter pieces while another student suggested students learn about forms by creating a piece in that style. Prospective students should know that students found the course was good for those interested in music theory, however they found that the course did require students to have a strong background in music theory.