Exploring the Elements of Music

What we call "music appreciation" can only result from basic knowledge of its elements and how they interact in the art form. This course will present clear information about what makes music work, and what we're hearing when listening to music, regardless of genre, from Gregorian Chant to Beethoven to REO Speedwagon. Join us for an ear-opening study of the anatomy of music. It will change forever the way you listen.

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Instructor: Louis Hall

Dr. Louie Hall is a retired Professor Emeritus with 43 years experience at the University of Maine Departrment of Music, Orono, where he trained music teachers, taught woodwinds, conducting, private oboe and saxophone, music education courses, and graduate courses in music. He was principal oboist with The Bangor Symphony during his tenure at the University, and was an active performer with The Down East Chamber Players, BSO Woodwind Quintet, and the Trio Camerata. Following retirement from the University he pursued training as a nursing assistant, and following certification worked as a nursing home aid then as a CNA with St. Joseph Home Care and Hospice, where he still serves as a volunteer.

Photo credit: Creator: Kharom Pleedee | Credit: Getty Images/iStockphoto