num_pages: 352
description: This text provides an overview of the four major areas of American contemporary jazz, rock, country, and musical theater. Each genre is approached chronologically with the emphasis on the socio-cultural aspects of the music. Readers will appreciate Joyner's engaging writing style and come away with the fundamental skills needed to listen critically to a variety of popular music styles.
language: English
title: American Popular Music
titlecomplete: American Popular Music
ratings_count: 7
publisher: McGraw-Hill Humanities/Social Sciences/Languages