MSC0006: History of Popular Music
Course Description
Music plays a role socially, politically and economically at both international and local levels. The growth and cultural diversity of popular music from the 1900s and how it has impacted our lives is examined. Beginning with its African roots, students trace the development of popular music through the Blues, Ragtime, Jazz, Swing, R&B, Country, Rock, Hip Hop and all its hybrids, with an emphasis on inspiration and the evolution of popular music. Students study the style and poetry of music, as well as the impact of technology on recording from the gramophone to the iPod.
Course Details
| Semester: | Winter |
| Campus: | Ottawa |
| Start Date: | Week of February 8 |
| End Date: | Week of May 17 |
| Winter Break: | TBD |
| Link Code: | TBD |
| Number of Weeks: | 14 |
| Hours per week: | 3 |
| Delivery Type: | Congregated |
| Associated Area of Interest | General Arts & Science |
| Associated College Program: | Introduction to Music Industry Arts |
Students should be prepared to complete learning by:
| X | submitting multiple written assignments |
| using research and essay writing strategies | |
| X | delivering presentations |
| X | participating in group-based activities |
| X | completing hands-on learning |
| learning in a fast-paced environment | |
| X | completing online work |
| performing highly-specialized tasks | |
| using industry software tools |
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