Course Description
Summary
With so much recorded music available at our fingertips, recommender systems such as algorithmic playlists have become a routine part of our daily lives. By focusing on the self and examining our own listening history and habits, this course will build a chain of musical works which will allow us to investigate how we encounter music and become more aware of what actually influences our tastes and decisions. As part of this process, we will listen to a wide range of music from around the world, discuss various recommender platforms, and look at how human connection and community are still powerful influencers of our tastes. Students will be guided to create and present their own musical chains.
