May 12, 2026  
2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

MUS 287 American Popular Music

Fall/Spring

American Popular Music explores the evolution and development of numerous American popular music genres in respect to historic aspects of American culture. The course content examines musical characteristics specific to each music style. The lectures focus on musical distinctions defining various music genres. Audio and video presentations highlight the major performers and composers of each style. 

3 credit hours