This course includes training competent musicians and ethnomusicologists to document, preserve, and work creatively with endangered musical traditions of Nepal. The entire course is participatory and students are expected to take an active role in the preparation and leading of class discussions.
| Affilation | Kathmandu University (KU) |
| Duration | 4 Years |
| Institute Type | College |
| Average Fees Incurred | NPR 470,000 |
| Employment Roles | Ethnomusicologist Music Researcher Culturalt Consultant Music Educator |
| Placement Opportunities | Cultural Organizations Educationsl Institutions Research Institutions Media and Entertainment |
Completion of a 10+2 or equivalent, with a cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 2.5 out of 4.0 or an equivalent of 50 percent marks.
Comprehensive Ethnomusicological Education: In-depth exploration of the field's various aspects.
Music Theory and Analysis: Understanding musical structures and analytical techniques.
Ethnographic Research Skills: Training in fieldwork and documenting musical traditions.
Global Music Exploration: Exposure to diverse music traditions from around the world.
Cultural Context Emphasis: Understanding the broader cultural, social, and historical context of music.
Applied Ethnomusicology Applications: Practical use of ethnomusicological knowledge in different contexts.
Practical Musical Performance: Hands-on training in musical performance relevant to ethnomusicology.
Introduction to Ethnomusicology: Overview of the field, its history, and key concepts.
Music Theory and Analysis: Study of musical structures and analytical techniques.
Ethnographic Research in Music: Training in conducting fieldwork and documenting musical traditions.
World Music: Exploration of diverse music traditions from around the world.
Cultural Context of Music: Understanding the cultural, social, and historical context of music.
Applied Ethnomusicology: Practical applications of ethnomusicological knowledge in various contexts.
Musical Performance: Practical training in musical performance within ethnomusicological contexts.