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2011-2012 University Catalog

MUSI 555 - Music as a Healing Art

Credits: 3 (NR)
Study of the relationship between musical vibrations and the natural rhythms of the body. Topics include history of music and healing, theory of sound, cymatics, toning, and performance practice as well as a survey of vibrational healing modalities and related therapies. Considers listening examples as they apply to healing with music. Students sing and play instruments in directed improvisatory performance.

Prerequisite(s): Basic proficiency with instrument or voice, and bachelor’s degree in music.

Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week: 3
Hours of Lab or Studio per week: 0