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The Social History of Popular Music

Course Overview

Date / Time Location Credits Minimium Tuition*
9/8/26 - 12/11/26
TuTh 11a.m. – 12:15p.m.		 University Hall Y04-4100 3 $2138 (guest students)
Date
9/8/26 - 12/11/26
Time
TuTh 11a.m. – 12:15p.m.
Location
University Hall Y04-4100
Credits
3
Min. Tuition*
$2138 (guest students)

Description

This course analyzes the social forces, technological advances, and multicultural influences that have contributed to the development of US popular music, including Tin Pan Alley pop, blues, country, rhythm and blues, rock 'n' roll, rock, soul, punk, disco, rap, and heavy metal. Popular music is treated as commercial mass culture and discussed as a social indicator. Extensive use is made of audio and video recordings.

Prerequisites

ENGL 102

This course is closed for registration.

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Course Details

Session

Regular Academic Session

Class Dates

9/8/2026 - 12/11/2026

Location

University Hall Y04-4100

General Ed Requirements

The Arts

Enrolled / Capacity

31 / 30

Status

Closed

Instructor

Jeffrey Melnick

Tuition*

* The tuition estimate is based on minimum, single-course cost to a new student who is a Massachusetts resident and not enrolled in a multi-course program. State residency, online/in person modality, and matriculation to a degree program may affect cost.

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