MUS 255 - American Popular Music

Institution:
Westmoreland County Community College
Subject:
Music
Description:
Open to all interested students, this course offers a panoramic view of the history of American popular music from the beginnings to the present. Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to identify and discuss each of the following aspects of American popular music specific styles and style periods, pivotal compositions and composers, ethnic traditions which have been major contributors in the development and evolution of popular music, song forms and their contribution to style period development, influences on American history, and historical influences on popular music.
Credits:
3.00
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Instructional Type:
Lecture
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Additional Information:
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Phone Number:
(724) 925-4000
Regional Accreditation:
Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools
Calendar System:
Semester

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