The aim of the course is to introduce students to the basic concepts of music, based on the latest scientific developments.

We present the methods and techniques that use different scientific fields to interpret the musical phenomenon.

To comprehend the musical phenomenon, appropriate audio examples are presented and analyzed.

Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of the course, students are expected to:

• Understand musical parameters (pitch, rhythm, sound)

• gain the theoretical knowledge of approaching the musical phenomenon in modern times

• distinguish the techniques of approaching the musical phenomenon, the musical perception and the musical significance.

• acquire the criteria that will enable them to understand the most complex concepts of thw discipline of Music such as synthesis techniques, interpretation practices, musical style recognition.