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Through the study of historically significant Broadway-style musical theater shows, students will discover the unique aesthetic and cultural properties associated with the genre. The course will build skills in recognizing and discussing the creative arrangement of artistic elements in selections from a show's musical score. Students will explore how to appreciate a variety of American and internationally written musical theater shows from a variety of historic periods. Previous experience in music study is recommended, but not required.

Through the study of historic photography, students will discover the unique aesthetic and cultural properties associated with this genre of fine art. The course introduces skills in appreciating the creative and expressive arrangement of artistic elements associated with the work of historically significant artist/photographers. Previous study in art appreciation or photography methods is recommended, but not required.