Music students should register for both Music 575 and Music 576; CLIT students
for CLIT 502C.

This seminar will explore the possibility of further cross-fertilization
between philosophy, critical theory, and musical thinking in music and in
music criticism. Readings from Kant, Hegel, Schopenhauer, Nietzsche,
Bloch, Adorno, Deleuze, and others in philosophy will be accompanied by
readings in recent music theory and criticism. Formal musical training not
required, but students should be familiar with Western musical traditions.

Members of the seminar are expected to participate actively throughout the
term, entering into discussions and perhaps occasionally preparing and leading a
discussion on some sub-topic of special interest to them.

A 5000-word essay will be required at the end of class.