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IS2105: Popular Music, Cultural Identities and Ireland
Semester 1 | Credits: 5
This module will introduce students to critical scholarship in popular music studies, drawing on writings in ethnomusicology, cultural geography, popular music studies and Irish studies. The development of popular music styles and performances from 1960 to the twenty-first century will be discussed. The module will examin key canonical figures within Irish popular music and significant recordings/events that herald new Irish identities through this chronological period.
(Language of instruction: English)
Learning Outcomes
- Outline key concepts in popular music studies.
- Apply theories of popular music studies to critical Irish case studies.
- Discuss key performers, performances and genres in Irish popular music practice.
- Demonstrate advanced research and writing skills.
Assessments
- Continuous Assessment (100%)
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Reading List
- "Rock and Popular Music in Ireland: Before and After U2" by McCloone, Martin and Noel McLoughlin
ISBN: 9780716830763.
Publisher: Irish Academic Press - "Beautiful Day" by Sean Campbell,Gerry Smyth
ISBN: 9780953535354.
Publisher: Attic Press - "Popular Music Culture" by Roy Shuker
ISBN: 0415598664.
Publisher: Rutledge
Note: Module offerings and details may be subject to change.