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33 courses with the subject ETHM, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.

ETHM 020Ethnomusicology Graduate Writing Assessment0

Offered: Online

Subject: ETHM
Credits (min): 0
Credits (max): 0
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

ETHM 400Ethnic Music Theory3

The study of non-Western theories of music, with an emphasis on both existing systems of art and folk music as well as systems without an articulated theory.

Subject: ETHM
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

ETHM 411Music and Culture3

Students interact with people and music from different cultures and participate in an initial fieldwork experience and presentation of research. It provides a comprehensive overview of cultural traditions, belief systems, and practices of world cultures as approached through the study and analysis of the music of different ethnic groups.

Subject: ETHM
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

ETHM 440Seminar in Ethnic Music3

Concentrated study of a selected ethnic music culture. In scheduling each seminar, consideration will be given to student interest and the availability of appropriate guest musicians.

Subject: ETHM
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

ETHM 500Ethnic Music Theory3

Prerequisite: ETHM 511 or Music and Culture (ETHM 411) with a score of 3 or Music World Culture (MUSC314) with a score of 3

Subject: ETHM
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

ETHM 511Introduction to Ethnomusicology3

The study of traditions, belief systems, and practices of world cultures as approached through the comparative study and analysis of the music cultures of contrasting ethnic groups.

Subject: ETHM
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

ETHM 512Field of Ethnomusicology3

The study of various philosophical approaches in the practice of ethnomusicology. Primary emphasis is given to research of the history of the discipline, comparative analysis, and readings of some major contributors in the field of ethnomusicology.

Subject: ETHM
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

ETHM 513Anthropology of Music3

Explore the anthropological side of ethnomusicology by examining a wide variety of theoretical and ethnographic approaches to music culture analysis.

Subject: ETHM
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

ETHM 514Organology3

The study of sound instrument classifications and characteristics, their use in Western and non-Western cultures, and the variety of contexts in which instruments are found. Emphasis is also given to recent approaches and uses in the field of organology.

Subject: ETHM
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

ETHM 515Music, Orality and Storytelling3

The examination of various strategies for using music to break down cultural barriers and build bridges for intercultural relationships, including chronological storytelling in cultures of oral tradition.

Subject: ETHM
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

ETHM 521Skills and Techniques of Ethnomusicology3

Prerequisite: ETHM 511 or Music and Culture (ETHM 411) with a score of 3 or Music World Culture (MUSC314) with a score of 3

Subject: ETHM
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

ETHM 530Worship and Culture Around the World3

A theological and cultural study of worship practices across global contexts, with emphasis on biblical principles of true and false worship. Students will explore worship as a foundation for intercultural relationships and develop a framework for engaging faithfully in today’s multicultural world.

Subject: ETHM
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

ETHM 531Resources and Materials in Ethnomusicology3

Prerequisite: GRST 500 or EthnomusicologyGradWritngAssm with a score of 76

Subject: ETHM
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

ETHM 540Seminar in Ethnic Music3

Concentrated study of a selected ethnic music culture. In scheduling each seminar, consideration will be given to student interest and the availability of appropriate guest musicians.

Subject: ETHM
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

ETHM 541Seminar in Ethnic Music: India3

Concentrated study of a selected ethnic music culture. In scheduling each seminar, consideration will be given to student interest and the availability of appropriate guest musicians.

Subject: ETHM
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

ETHM 542Seminar in Ethnic Music: Native America3

Concentrated study of a selected ethnic music culture. In scheduling each seminar, consideration will be given to student interest and the availability of appropriate guest musicians.

Subject: ETHM
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

ETHM 543Seminar in Ethnic Music: Africa3

Concentrated study of a selected ethnic music culture. In scheduling each seminar, consideration will be given to student interest and the availability of appropriate guest musicians.

Subject: ETHM
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

ETHM 544Seminar in Ethnic Music: Latin America3

Concentrated study of a selected ethnic music culture. In scheduling each seminar, consideration will be given to student interest and the availability of appropriate guest musicians.

Subject: ETHM
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

ETHM 545Seminar in Ethnic Music: Middle East3

Concentrated study of a selected ethnic music culture. In scheduling each seminar, consideration will be given to student interest and the availability of appropriate guest musicians.

Subject: ETHM
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

ETHM 546Seminar in Ethnic Music: China3

Concentrated study of a selected ethnic music culture. In scheduling each seminar, consideration will be given to student interest and the availability of appropriate guest musicians.

Subject: ETHM
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

ETHM 547Seminar in Ethnic Music: Southeast Asia3

Concentrated study of a selected ethnic music culture. In scheduling each seminar, consideration will be given to student interest and the availability of appropriate guest musicians.

Subject: ETHM
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

ETHM 548Seminar in Ethnic Music: Indonesia3

Concentrated study of a selected ethnic music culture. In scheduling each seminar, consideration will be given to student interest and the availability of appropriate guest musicians.

Subject: ETHM
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

ETHM 549Seminar in Ethnic Music: Eastern Europe3

Concentrated study of a selected ethnic music culture. In scheduling each seminar, consideration will be given to student interest and the availability of appropriate guest musicians.

Subject: ETHM
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

ETHM 560Ethnic Music Performance0

Individual and/or ensemble performance in an ethnic music instrumental or vocal genre. The performance genre will be arranged in cooperation with the Coordinator of Ethnomusicology, who will also approve the instrumental or vocal genre to be studied. A minimum of ten (10) 30-minute lessons, ten (10) 60-minute ensemble rehearsals, or a combination thereof is required each time the student takes this course.

Subject: ETHM
Credits (min): 0
Credits (max): 0
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

ETHM 600Transcription and Analysis of Non-Western Music3

Practice in the generative transcription and theoretical analysis of non-Western music systems, including etic and emic elements, systems of notation, and computer-assisted analysis.

Subject: ETHM
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

ETHM 611Arts in Global Engagement3

Students will learn how to become artistic catalysts and so facilitate local community engagement and effective outreach through music and the arts, including: 1) strategies for development of professional and intercultural relationships; 2) systems of pre-engagement and assessment of current issues; 3) contextualization of music in local worldwide contexts; 4) promoting the creation of indigenous songs; 5) promoting the distribution of such songs through appropriate media.

Subject: ETHM
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

ETHM 613Applied Ethnomusicology3

The practice of ethnomusicology including: 1) a summary of technology and audio/video recording practices; 2) development of professional and intercultural relationships; 3) contextualization of music in worship, discipleship, and evangelism; 4) promoting the creation of indigenous Christian songs; 5) promoting the distribution of such songs through appropriate media; and, 6) introduction to other areas of applied ethnomusicology.

Subject: ETHM
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

ETHM 650Research Methods in Ethnomusicology3

Prerequisite: ETHM 531

Subject: ETHM
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

ETHM 683Foreign Language Proficiency0

Studying ethnomusicology often requires students to interact with people in other cultures in their native language. This course is where students document that they have achieved foreign language proficiency, which is a requirement for the MA in Ethnomusicology Degree.

Subject: ETHM
Credits (min): 0
Credits (max): 0
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

ETHM 688Capstone I: Proposal and Preparation3

Prerequisite: ETHM 650 and ETHM 692 (may be taken concurrently)

Subject: ETHM
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

ETHM 689Capstone II: Development and Refinement3

Prerequisite: ETHM 650 and ETHM 688

Subject: ETHM
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

ETHM 690Capstone Defense3

Prerequisite: ETHM 689 (may be taken concurrently)

Subject: ETHM
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

ETHM 692Graduate Ethnomusicology Comprehensive Exam0

Prerequisite: ETHM 688 (may be taken concurrently)

Subject: ETHM
Credits (min): 0
Credits (max): 0
Credit unit: Credit Hour(s)
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.liberty.edu

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