MUSC 282 Philadelphia’s Musical Sound

3 credits 45.0 hours
200 level undergraduate course

This class will explore Philadelphia’s vast musical landscape via various city scenes that emerged throughout the twentieth century and extend to the present. A variety of genres with an onslaught of artists, groups, producers, organizations, movements and industries all contribute to Philadelphia’s remarkable body of work that continues to influence the world today. The class will delve into recordings, videos, interviews, live performances and conversations to help express and accentuate the significance of the music emanating from the Philadelphia Region.

This course is not repeatable for credit.
This course can fulfill a discipline history elective, critical studies elective, or general elective requirement.