MUS 350 - History and Literature of Commercial Music

Institution:

Azusa Pacific University

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Description:

This course provides a study of commercial music since 1900, with particular emphasis on music in recording for conventional distribution, music for broadcast, music for film, TV and video, etc. Jazz, rock, country-western, hip hop, film music, Christian, and gospel music receive particular attention. Important songwriters, performers, and producers are studied, along with the impact of technology and mass distribution on musical style and the public taste. Students are exposed to the broad array of contemporary musical styles that are "commercial." Meets the general studies elective requirement. Prerequisites: MUS 327 (with B or better) and MUS 337 (with B or better)

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.apu.edu

Phone Number:

(626) 969-3434

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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