Information Package / Course Catalogue
General Music History
Course Code: EFS181
Course Type: Non Departmental Elective
Couse Group: First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree)
Education Language: Turkish
Work Placement: N/A
Theory: 2
Prt.: 0
Credit: 2
Lab: 0
ECTS: 3
Objectives of the Course

The aim of this course is to examine music not only as an art form but also as a form of expression, historical document, and cultural carrier. The aim is to introduce students to the role of music in human history throughout the ages, its storytelling power, and its social impact.

Course Content

This course explores the journey of music throughout human history. It explores how music has evolved from the first appearance of sound to today's digital environment. The topics covered range from ceremonial music in primitive societies to melodies of ancient civilizations, from folk songs to classical music, from the music of migratory societies to today's popular music. The relationship between music and social media, film, games, and other forms of art is also explored with examples.

Name of Lecturer(s)
Ins. Zeynep GERGİN
Learning Outcomes
1.Establishes the relationship between music and history, culture and social structure
2.Analyzes the non-verbal expression power of music
3.Recognize different musical traditions
4.Listening skills are developed and interpreting what is learned.
5.Compares the functions of music in different periods and societies.
Recommended or Required Reading
1.Say, A. (2018). Music History (10th ed.). Music Encyclopedia Publications.
2.Nattiez, J. J. (1996). Understanding Music (E. İlyasoğlu, Trans.). Yapı Kredi Publications.
3.Beşiroğlu, M. Ş. (2010). Music from Yesterday to Today. Doruk Publications.
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week 1 - Theoretical
The Birth of Sound – The Most Primitive Form of Music
Week 2 - Theoretical
Music of Societies: Ritual, Ceremony and Magic
Week 3 - Theoretical
The First Songs from Egypt to Mesopotamia
Week 4 - Theoretical
Greek Tragedy, the Roman Arena, and the Power of Music
Week 5 - Theoretical
The Middle Ages: The Voice of the Church
Week 6 - Theoretical
Music in Islamic Civilization
Week 7 - Theoretical
Voice of the People: Bards, Dengbej, Lullabies
Week 8 - Theoretical
The Golden Age of Classical Music (midterm)
Week 9 - Theoretical
Music and Migration: Diaspora Tunes
Week 10 - Theoretical
Protest Music Genres
Week 11 - Theoretical
From Street to Stage: The Birth of Popular Music
Week 12 - Theoretical
Music and social media
Week 13 - Theoretical
Storytelling Music in Film and Games
Week 14 - Theoretical
Evaluation
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Type of AssessmentCountPercent
Midterm Examination1%40
Final Examination1%60
Workload Calculation
ActivitiesCountPreparationTimeTotal Work Load (hours)
Lecture - Theory140228
Assignment120224
Individual Work9019
Midterm Examination1066
Final Examination1088
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours)75
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
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OÇ-1
4
5
5
5
4
5
4
5
5
4
OÇ-2
3
3
3
3
3
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3
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3
3
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3
3
3
OÇ-4
3
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4
OÇ-5
4
3
3
3
4
Adnan Menderes University - Information Package / Course Catalogue
2026