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CH4162 Urban Latin Music: A Global Phenomenon in Spanish
OVERVIEW
CEA CAPA Partner Institution:Universidad Nebrija
Location:Madrid, Spain
Primary Subject Area: Cultural Studies
Instruction in:Spanish
Course Code:CH4162
Transcript Source:Partner Institution
Course Details:Level 400
Recommended Semester Credits:3
Contact Hours:45
Prerequisites:B2.1 minimum language command
DESCRIPTION
This course will examine the outbreak of urban Latin music in recent years and its impact on the global expansion of the Spanish language. We will analyze the roots of urban Latin music, its evolution over time and its influence on Latin American culture and identity. Furthermore, we will explore the linguistic and sociopolitical aspects of this phenomenon. Whenever possible, conferences, talks and/or visits by different experts who work directly in the subject (teachers, musicologists, journalists, artists/producers) will supplement the lessons.