University of Galway

Course Module Information

Course Modules

Semester 2 | Credits: 10

This module will introduce students to further critical scholarship in Irish music studies, drawing on writings in ethnomusicology, cultural geography, popular music studies and Irish studies. Particular emphasis will be given to popular music styles and performances from 1960 to the twenty-first century.
(Language of instruction: English)

Learning Outcomes
  1. Outline key concepts in popular music studies.
  2. Discuss key performers, performances and genres in Irish popular music practice.
  3. Apply theories of popular music studies to critical Irish case studies.
  4. Demonstrate research and writing skills.
Assessments
  • Continuous Assessment (100%)
Teachers
Reading List
  1. "Beautiful day" by Sean Campbell and Gerry Smyth
    ISBN: 9780953535354.
    Publisher: Atrium
  2. "Noisy Island" by Gerry Smyth
    ISBN: 9781859183878.
    Publisher: Cork University Press
  3. "Popular Music Culture: The Key Concepts" by Shuker, Roy
    ISBN: 0415598664.
    Publisher: Rutledge
  4. "Rock and Popular Music in Ireland: Before and After U2" by McCloone, Martin and Noel McLoughlin
    Publisher: Irish Academic Press
The above information outlines module IS6102: "Popular Music and Ireland" and is valid from 2016 onwards.
Note: Module offerings and details may be subject to change.