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SPAN 133: Latino Urban Music and Culture

Units: 4

Explores how diverse genres of Hispanic urban music from different countries and historical periods have influenced social movements, as well as cultural diversity and identity in Latin America and the United States. Investigates Hispanic urban music and culture in a comparative context in order to develop global awareness. Genres discussed may include corridos, Latin urbano, hip hop, reggaeton, cumbia, salsa, ranchera, and more. Taught in Spanish.

Course Details
Repeats Allowed for Credit: 0

Normal Letter Grade only

GE Requirements
  • Intellectual Experience: Global Awareness
  • Lower Division: Language

Requisites and Restrictions
Prerequisite Courses with Concurrent Option: SPAN 050 or SPAN 051 or SPAN 060 or CCST 060 or ENG 032 or equivalent exam


Instructor Permission Required: No


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