CFA MU 248 - Popular Music:World BeatThis

Institution:

Boston University

Subject:

Description:

course will explore the distinctive popular music known as 'World Beat' including pop music from Africa, Cuba and other parts of the Caribbean, Latin America and in particular Brazil, Argentina, India, Spain, Portugal, and North America, as well as world beat fusion, film music, and more traditional genres such as Spanish flamenco. Social and cultural influences, political motivations, and the effects of modernization and recording will also guide our investigation. 3 cr. On Demand

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.bu.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 353-2000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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