MUSC 16: Foundations of Music
University of California, Santa Cruz
Explores the physics and socio-historical foundations of music so that students are effectively equipped to undertake further culturally informed study in music theory. No prior formal music education is required for this class, though students should have some experience singing or playing an instrument.
Average GPA: 3.65
Grade distribution records: 119 students across 6 terms.
Grade distribution
| Grade | Students | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| A+ | 48 | 40.3% |
| A | 35 | 29.4% |
| A- | 7 | 5.9% |
| B+ | 1 | 0.8% |
| B | 3 | 2.5% |
| B- | 2 | 1.7% |
| C | 3 | 2.5% |
| D | 2 | 1.7% |
| F | 4 | 3.4% |
| P | 5 | 4.2% |
| NP | 3 | 2.5% |
| W | 6 | 5.0% |
Based on 119 student grade records across 6 terms and 2 professors.
Instructors
- Nicol Hammond 99 students, Average GPA 3.61
- Ryan Joseph Lambe 20 students, Average GPA 3.84