MUS 133 - American Popular Music

Institution:

Niagara County Community College

Subject:

MUS - Music

Description:

This course is a survey of American popular music from its roots to the present day. It will trace the acculturation process to the creation of Jazz and Rock n¿ Roll to present day popular music forms. It investigates American music as it relates to cultural and social events, as well as discussing music in terms of structure and artistic value. The ability to read music notation is not a necessity. The course is required of Music majors and recommended for the non-Music major or students without previous music experience. (Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters.) Meets SUNY General Education requirement for The Arts (AR)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.niagaracc.suny.edu

Phone Number:

(716) 614-6222

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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