MUS 169 - History of Rock Music

    Recent Professors
    Madelyn Byrne, Amy Hacker
    Recent Semesters
    Summer 2027, Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    42 students
    Difficulty
    3.5Lightout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Summer 2027 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 3A · IGETC Area 3A · CSU GE Area C1
    Description
    Overview of rock and popular musical styles from the early 1950s to the present. Coverage includes related social and cultural trends, outstanding artists, the influence of technology on popular music, and relevant trends in the music industry. Basic musical concepts such as pitch, rhythm and form will be introduced and applied to the music under consideration.
    Usually Held
    Tue Thu 9:30am–10:55am