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CUT 'N' MIX: MUSIC, RACE, AND CULTURE IN THE CARIBBEAN

ANTHRO 237
Course Description

Explores the history and culture of the Caribbean by focusing on its musics, both religious and secular. Special attention will be directed to the impact of colonialism on the emergence of racially stratified societies. Music will also enable us to investigate the concepts of diaspora and creolization. Other topics include: gender and sexuality, the role of technology in the production and distribution of music, music and politics, the impact of tourism, and the global impact of Caribbean musics.

Prerequisties

None

Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

Credits

Not Reported

Offered

Not Reported

Grade Point Average
3.58

8.43% from Historical

Completion Rate
92.31%

-4.19% from Historical

A Rate
61.54%

86.89% from Historical

Class Size
13

-36.59% from Historical

Instructors (2025 Fall)

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