Music of Latin America

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Overview

Subject area

HUM

Catalog Number

107

Course Title

Music of Latin America

Department(s)

Description

This course is a survey of the music of Latin America, from Brazilian samba to Dominican bachata and more. Latin American musical developments from thepast and present will be studied to show the individual characteristics as well as the common elements within various styles, while considering the global impact ofLatin Music genres. This course will expand students' understanding of world cultures and global issues through an interdisciplinary lens.

Typically Offered

Fall, Spring

Academic Career

Undergraduate LaGuardia CC

Liberal Arts

Yes

Requirement Designation

FWG - Flexible Core - World Cultures & Global Issues

Credits

Minimum Units

3

Maximum Units

3

Academic Progress Units

3

Repeat For Credit

No

Components

Name

Lecture

Hours

3

Requisites

012020

Course Schedule