95736 - Anthropology of Music (1) (Lm)

Learning outcomes

Students who complete this course will have gained knowledge of the key concepts, issues and methods in the study of music from an anthropological point of view. On successful completion of this course a student will be able to: acquire an in-depth knowledge of specific musical practices and traditions; assess the role of music in public and private ritual contexts; analyse the forms, structures and meanings of music, as well as the musical instruments in the contexts examined; develop skills in critically analysing audiovisual materials and sources of different types; deepen some issues related to fieldwork.

Course contents

The program focuses on the relationship between music, ritual, and gender identity in Morocco and in the broader cultural contexts of the Maghreb. The course draws on historical, ethnographic, and ethnomusicological sources to provide an overview of the cult of saints, religious brotherhoods, and the cults and rites of spirit possession. Particular attention is given to female ritual and musical practices, poetic repertoires, and the relationships between music and gender identity.

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Students with SLD or temporary or permanent disabilities. It is suggested that they get in touch as soon as possible with the relevant University office ( [https://site.unibo.it/studenti-con-disabilita-e-dsa/en]) and with the lecturer in order to seek together the most effective strategies for following the lessons and/or preparing for the examination.

Readings/Bibliography

1. Silvia BRUNI, Confraternite, santi e spiriti (Indagine in Marocco, Parte I), Udine, Nota, 2020.

2. Silvia BRUNI, "O tu che viaggi e lì ritorni". Pratiche rituali e tradizioni musicali femminili a Meknes (Indagine in Marocco, Parte II), Udine, Nota, 2020.

Teaching methods

Lecturing supported by audio and video materials.

Assessment methods

The exam consists of an oral interview aimed at assessing the student's critical and methodological skills. The evaluation takes into account detailed knowledge of the volumes' content, language proficiency, the ability to establish connections between different parts of the program, and critical argumentation skills.

Solid knowledge, a well-structured discourse, appropriate language use, and the ability to make connections between the contents of the books will lead to an excellent final grade.

Complete and adequate knowledge, clearly articulated and correctly expressed, will be evaluated as very good.

More than satisfactory knowledge, expressed in correct language, will be evaluated as good.

Essential knowledge, inconsistent expression, and poorly articulated discourse will be considered sufficient.

Superficial knowledge, inappropriate expressions, and significant gaps in discourse articulation will be evaluated as barely adequate/poor.

The test is insufficient when the student does not demonstrate adequate mastery of the "knowledge and skills to be acquired" indicated as course objectives, uses inappropriate language, and lacks orientation in the discipline.

Information on exam dates: http://www.unibo.it/Portale/Guida/AlmaEsami.htm.

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Students with SLD or temporary or permanent disabilities. It is necessary to contact the relevant University office ([https://site.unibo.it/studenti-con-disabilita-e-dsa/en]) with ample time in advance: the office will propose some adjustments, which must in any case be submitted 15 days in advance to the lecturer, who will assess the appropriateness of these in relation to the teaching objectives.

Teaching tools

During the lectures, audio and video recordings will be presented to supplement the assigned readings. Non-attending students are not required to complete any additional readings.

Office hours

See the website of Silvia Bruni