MUFHL 309 - Introduction to American Popular Music

Recent Professors: Kurt Shiflet, Daniel I. Paulson
Recent Semesters: Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025
Class Size: Not published
Difficulty: 5.9Demandingout of 10
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: None.
Spring 2027 Sections: View Spring 2027 sections of MUFHL 309
Transfers To: UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 3A · IGETC Area 3A · CSU GE Area C1
Description: This course introduces students to the history of popular music in America and the diversity of historical styles including classic rock, hard rock, country, jazz, R & B, blues, Latin, rap, reggae, folk, and others. The emphasis of the course is on listening to music. The course also explores the relationship of popular music to society and other media art forms such as music videos and film.
Usually Held: Tue Thu 10:30am–11:50am