URST 014 - Popular Musics of the World

Institution:

University of California-Riverside

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Description:

Lecture, 3 hours; discussion, 1 hour. Prerequisite(s): none. Introduction to issues surrounding popular and urban musics of the world, focusing on three major geocultural areas: Africa, Asia, and the Americas. Emphasizes the relationship between mass-mediated music and issues of cultural hegemony, resistance, and subversion. Analyzes the cultural impact of media technology on music performance and reception. Cross-listed with ETST 014 and MUS 014.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

WWW.UCR.EDU

Phone Number:

(951) 827-1012

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Quarter

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