Fall '22: This is a very easy class w/ a light workload of 4 listening assignments (about >20 songs w/ 2-3 sentences describing the song/how you felt), in-class midterm, and take-home final. They're all graded very nicely and I didn't even mention much of the readings/lecture in the assignments. Her midterm prompt was very simple and gave it to you before the exam. I knew I blanked on 1 tribe but I still got an A. She requires a course material ($82) which had some long readings, but it was very easy to skim through them to find the important information.
She's an interesting, fun personality which keeps you attentive to her lectures which can get a bit dry (she doesn't share her PPTs). She is very considerate of the students; she cancelled a lot of the assignments and final and gave everyone As (as long as they did most of the work) in support of the strikers. Easiness aside, you'll learn a lot about Native American culture and their music.

I would recommend this class to anyone who wants to learn more in general about American Indian history and their musical styles. Professor Browner is funny, engaging, and very knowledgeable about the material covered. The assignments include 4 listening papers (you basically just have to write 2-3 sentences each about several short musical tracks) worth 10% each and a midterm and final both worth worth 30%. The exams were both take home essay format, and she emphasizes in the prompt that you should reference material from lecture, the listening, and the *course reader readings*. I think several people didn't reference the readings and didn't do so well, but I followed the prompt and got 100% on both exams. There is some busy work involved but I still had a great time in the class and I think it's definitely manageable if you pace yourself. I feel like I learned a lot and overall would recommend this class!