Introduction to Western Classical Music
Introduction to Western Classical Music
Osher (50+). In this course, we learn to listen and understand the meaning of classical music.
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About This Course
This course introduces a wide range of works that comprise the tradition we loosely call classical music. Our primary focus is the cultivation of essential active-listening skills through deep engagement with a carefully curated selection of masterpieces representing pivotal moments in music history. By exploring the cultural, historical, and aesthetic contexts of these works, we look beyond the notes to discover the deeper meanings, social impacts, and emotional resonance of the music. This course will be recorded. Students will have access to videos for the duration of the course.
Fall 2026 Schedule
Plus members pay only $34 for this course. Visitors not permitted. Please download a free version of zoom at https://zoom.us/ to participate in this course.
You must be at least 50 years old and a current member of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at UCLA to enroll in this course. If your membership has expired or if you wish to become a new member, please proceed with enrolling in courses and you will be automatically prompted to add a membership during checkout.