Popular Music Genres and Types Explained
This is a music history class that also delves into music theory concepts to teach students about the key differences between popular music genres.
Steven Middendorp
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:(358)
Rising Star
What's included
4 live meetings
2 in-class hoursClass Experience
This is a 4-week comprehensive breakdown of the most popular music genres today and their unique features. This class will also dive into the historical context that brought these genres into popularity. We will discuss the rhythmic style and instruments that are used for each style of music. This class is suitable for: - Students that enjoy listening to music - Students that are (or are not) musicians - Students that want to deepen their appreciation and understanding of music Week 1 - Intro discussion about students' experience with music, perceptions, favorite styles of music, and the reasons why. - Rhythm Exercises - History discussion about the roots of modern music styles Week 2 - Breakdown of the popular music styles and history, including: Pop Rock Country Hip Hop Blues/R&B Week 3 - Breakdown of additional popular music styles and history, including: Folk Jazz Soul Metal Funk Techno Reggae Week 4 - Breakdown of popular international music styles, including Flamenco Latin - Discussion and takeaways for students when listening to music or trying to play/create their own music.
Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
The teacher's knowledge and musical instruments will provide the material for this class.
Joined November, 2020
4.8
358reviews
Rising Star
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree from Grand Valley State University
The teacher is a guitar/ukulele/banjo/harmonica instructor. He has been a musician for nearly 25 years, including many of the musical styles that will be discussed in this class. Reviews
Live Group Class
$50
for 4 classes1x per week, 4 weeks
30 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-16
3-6 learners per class
