民族音乐学硕士

民族音乐学文学硕士课程旨在为学生提供在音乐风格，表演实践，历史和文化协会的区域研究方面的坚实基础，以便为学生提供继续攻读博士学位和/或世界公共领域职业的机会音乐。该程序将与该学科相关的理论观点与这些实践目标相结合，以便学生可以与民族音乐学领域内外的人们进行有效的交流。在强调平衡的全球报道的同时，肯特州立音乐学院则侧重于中非，东南亚大陆，东亚，加勒比海，北美和南美以及中东的研究以及流行音乐研究。理论上的关注包括社会文化认同，符号学，性别研究，政治和权力，仪式研究，全球化和混合以及相互关联的艺术（例如舞蹈和戏
The Master of Arts degree in Ethnomusicology is designed to offer students a solid foundation in regional studies of music style, performance practice, history and cultural associations in order to prepare students for continued graduate studies at the doctoral level and/or public sector careers in world music. The program integrates theoretical perspectives relevant to the discipline with these practical aims, so that students can communicate effectively with persons within and outside the field of ethnomusicology.<br><br>While a balanced global coverage is emphasized, Kent State music faculty focus on studies in Central Africa, mainland Southeast Asia, East Asia, the Caribbean, North and South America and the Middle East, as well as popular music studies. Theoretical concerns include sociocultural identity, semiotics, gender studies, politics and power, ritual studies, globalization and hybridity, as well as studies in inter-related arts (e.g., dance and theatre).<br><br>Program Learning Outcomes<br><br>Graduates of the program are able to:<br><br> Recognize, identify, interpret and discuss theoretical concerns and important contributions of historical figures in the field of ethnomusicology, as well as representative music styles from different historical periods, countries and ethnic populations.<br> Demonstrate and apply fieldwork techniques including proficiency with photography, videography and audio recording, interviewing and participant-observation research.<br> Demonstrate the ability to plan and execute an efficient and productive lecture presentation in an academic setting for use at professional conferences, concert performances and classroom teaching that includes time management, clear and effective explanation, efficient use of multi-media and successful question and answer interactions.