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2300 - The Sixties: The British Invasion (taught virtually)

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July 19-22 & July 26-29
1:30 - 3:30 PM
M - Th
Cost -
TBA


Course Description: This eight -session course will focus on the phenomenon of the rise of the British pop groups and singers that were led by The Beatles who invaded our shores in the 60’s. From pop groups: The Dave Clark 5 and Herman’s Hermit to the psychedelic and progressive groups: The Who, Pink Floyd, Cream to the unique harmonies of the bee Gees and The Hollies to the blues inspired Rolling Stones, Manfred Mann and The Animals to the soul/pop of Dusty Springfield and Tom Jones. We will explore these artists and others as well as highlights from landmark albums that clearly defined the British pop renaissance era whose influence still endure five decades later.

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