Sounds of the Ages: A Decade-by-Decade Music Survey

Sounds of the Ages: A Decade-by-Decade Music Survey

Sounds of the Ages: A Decade-by-Decade Music Survey

Weekly lessons survey a different decade's music, exploring genres, influential artists, cultural context, and iconic songs across the 20th and 21st centuries.

Sounds of the Ages: A Decade-by-Decade Music Survey

Paid once.

Level
Beginner
Ages
12–15
Duration
50 min
Classes
1 / Week
Weeks
12

Class Experience

A 12-week course that examines music across decades, highlighting how historical events, cultural shifts, technology and the arts shaped musical styles, genres, dance trends and notable artists. Each week presents a decade with listening examples and contextual discussion to help students appreciate musical evolution and cultural influence.

Learning Outcomes

  • Examine how historical and cultural events influenced music of each decade

  • Identify major genres and notable artists that shaped each era

  • Recognize popular dance styles and social trends tied to musical movements

  • Listen to and reflect on iconic songs as examples of musical change over time

Prerequisites

Materials needed:

No specific materials are required for this course.

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Meet your Instructor

Joined August, 2026

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