Study and Research of Latin American Music

Code: TOPIC 5131
What experiences connect Puerto Rican dance with popular music such as Dominican merengue, salsa, and reggae? How do folklore, popular music, and classical music intersect in the creation of genres like tango and zarzuela in Latin America? This course aims to answer these and other questions by studying theories, musical practices, styles, and key figures to examine how Latin Americans have used music to confront conflict, define their identities, and create new means of expression that satisfy both their own interests and those of other countries. The seminar primarily revolves around the discussion of various contexts and themes related to the musical experience in Latin America. This approach transcends the traditional framework of studying music by country, cultural group, or genre and aims to highlight the shared historical processes and contemporary realities that shape both musical practices and their reception.

Through a selection of case studies, the course will delve into the styles, musicians, and specific genres of certain regional practices. Each student must submit a final research project that will provide the opportunity to study a topic related to their particular interests. This course is designed to provide the basic skills of music research, using Latin American music and the studies that have been done on it as its subject of study.

(Prerequisites: REMETEOR or TMUS 3012)

(Elective music course, 3 hours per week, group)

Academic degree requirement:

Have completed a Bachelor's Degree in Music, Music Education, equivalent university degree in music or those comparable offered by universities.

Credits: 3

Days the course is taught: Online Asynchronous

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