MU 294 - Latino Musics of the United States

Institution:

Colorado College

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Description:

Explores the role of music in the expression of ethnicity and ethnic identity among Latino peoples of the United States. Various musical styles and genres performed by New Mexicans, Texas-Mexicans, Native Americans, Puerto Rican Americans, and Cuban Americans are considered. Traditional and popular Latino music is examined within their cultural and historical contexts. This course meets the ethnomusicology requirement for the music minor. (Meets the Critical Perspectives: Diverse Cultures and Critiques requirement.) (Not offered 2008-09.) 1 unit.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.coloradocollege.edu

Phone Number:

(719) 389-6000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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