History of Popular MusicLaajuus (3 cr)

Objective

After completing the course, the student
• can clearly outline the development of popular music
• can relate the history of popular music to the history of music as a whole
• can describe the different periods and styles of popular music
• can search for information on the history of popular music
• can identify, through listening, the aesthetics and characteristics of popular music and its periods
• is able to work independently and in groups
• can apply their knowledge critically and creatively in their professional activities.

Content

• The development of popular music from the 1950s to the present day
• The history of individuals and groups and the main events in popular music, from the point of view of musical and music-aesthetic phenomena
• Listening examples and exercises as well as written material
• The technology of the period and the significance of popular music in time and society
• Lectures, independent work and group work

Qualifications

Degree according to the extended syllabus level of basic education in music in Finland or equivalent skills and knowledge.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

The student
• identifies key artists and compositions and styles in popular music from listening samples
• identifies the characteristics of the different periods of popular music
• can search for information on the history of popular music and apply this knowledge critically and creatively in their professional activities
• is able to work independently and in groups.