MUS 116 - Latin American and Caribbean Music

Institution:

SUNY College at Plattsburgh

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Description:

This course examines a variety of Latin American and Caribbean music styles. The manner in which the African/European musical syncretism developed within a particular country will be emphasized in the course. Various traditional African tribal and religious values will be discussed when pertinent. Among the styles covered will be the Cuban son and rumba, the merengue of the Dominican Republic, Brazilian samba, Jamaican reggae, the soca and calypso of Trinidad, the tango of Argentina, and various styles of Mexican music. Latin and Caribbean music as it developed in North America as well as lesser-known but important styles such as the Haitian konpa-direct and the plena and bomba from Puerto Rico will also be addressed in this course. Discussion of the various social and cultural settings of Latin American and Caribbean countries will be an important component of the course. (Once/Twice Per Year). Liberals arts.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.plattsburgh.edu

Phone Number:

(518) 564-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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