MUS 128: The Music of Latin America at Borough of Manhattan Community College
3 credits · Spring 2027
The Music of Latin America (MUS 128) at Borough of Manhattan Community College has 1 way to take it in Spring 2027. 1 of 1 section has an open seat right now.
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Requirements
Prerequisite: English proficiency index of 55+ or ESL 94RW or higher and Math proficiency index of 40 or higher
About this course
MUS128 explores the historical, cultural, and social dimensions of Latin American popular musical cultures, helping students to understand the connections between indigenous peoples, colonization, racial hybridity, African diaspora and musical characteristics. Students will learn to identify common cultural, historical and musical traits, which will allow for a deeper understanding of different Latin musical genres, including, but not limited to Bachata, Bomba, Dembow, Reggaeton, Trap, Son, Salsa, Danz�n, Cha-cha-cha, Guaracha, Son Jarocho, Ranchera, Huapango, Merengue, Cumbia, Danz�n, Lando, Festejo, Cueca, Samba, Bossa Nova, Bai�o, Maracatu, Chacarera, & Milonga, along with rhythmic patterns, melodic characteristics, and the culture surrounding each genre (function, ethnic groups, religious elements, & dance).
MUS 128 sections, times and seats
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