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2019-2020 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

AMST 235 - The Social History of Popular Music


3 Credit(s) | Lecture |
Course can be counted for credit once

Description:
This course analyzes the social forces, technological advances, and multicultural influences that have contributed to the development of US popular music, including Tin Pan Alley pop, blues, country, rhythm and blues, rock ‘n’ roll, rock, soul, punk, disco, rap, and heavy metal. Popular music is treated as commercial mass culture and discussed as a social indicator. Extensive use is made of audio and video recordings.

Course Attribute(s):
Distribution Area: The Arts | Diversity Area: United States

Enrollment Requirements:
Prerequisite: ENGL 102  

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