Teaching Music Colonialism in Global History

Pedagogical Pathways and Student Responses

  • Roe-Min Kok

Abstract

This article focuses on the author's interdisciplinary course “Music and Colonialism in Global History,” offered at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and directed at both music and arts students. In addition to describing how this course uses a global framework to explore the impact of Western art music on former colonies, the article revolves around the students’ experiences and observations of the course, its effectiveness, and areas for improvement.

Author Biography

Roe-Min Kok

Roe-Min Kok’s broad cultural heritage is reflected in her research and teaching activities, which range from the western art music canon to postcolonial and cultural theories. Current projects focus on the Schumann family, The Oxford Handbook of Music Colonialism, and Clara and Robert Schumann in Context (Cambridge University Press).

Published
2023-11-02
Section
Special Issue: Teaching Global Music History: Practices and Challenges