IAS A6060 Music in the Americas
Music in the Americas will present a survey of selected styles of Latin America music including the classical and popular traditions and considering its native, African, and European heritage. Each session will be dedicated to discussing genres and styles (cumbia, tango, bolero, samba, corrido, Latin jazz etc.) through guided listening of relevant recordings, pertinent readings, and screening of videotapes. In addition, the course will present the relevant theoretical issues pertinent to those musical styles including perspectives that shed light on ethnic identities, gender issues, migration, and diaspora questions. Weekly assignments will include listening and readings. A term paper and a class presentation will also be required.
Contact Hours
3 hr./wk.