Course Description: This two week 8-session course will focus on the phenomenon rise of the British pop and rock acts that invaded our shores in the 60’s. From pop groups (The Beatles, The Dave Clark 5, The Animals, The Kinks) to the psychedelic and progressive bands (The Who, Pink Floyd, Cream, Traffic). We will explore highlights from landmark recordings that clearly defined this British pop renaissance era. Our journey will also include aspects of British popular culture (cinema, fashion, TV and UK underground) whose influence added to the impact of this remarkable decade. (Each session is 2 hours).

Course Instructor: Vincent Bruno has recently retired as Director of First Year Programs for the Center of Counseling, Advising and Academic Support at LaGuardia Community College (City University of New York). He holds an MPA from Baruch College and as an Adjunct Professor for the 25 years he has taught courses in numerous disciplines including Humanities, Business, Mathematics and Cooperative Education. In addition, for the past 20 years he has lectured extensively on The Beatles and The Sixties at universities, colleges, libraries and community centers. He currently lives in Arizona and New Jersey.
vinniebeatles@gmail.com