MUS 110 - Popular Musics of the Caribbean

Institution:

CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice

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Description:

3 HOURS, 3 CREDITS A survey of the major popular music styles of the Caribbean, including salsa, reggae, soca and other genres, exploring their social contexts, historical origins, and relation to indigenous folk musics. Th e important role of New York City as a center for Caribbean music will also be examined.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.jjay.cuny.edu

Phone Number:

(212) 237-8000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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