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MUSI117 - Music of the Beatles

Course Description

This course surveys musical styles of the Beatles from 1957-1970. It focuses on the historical, aesthetic, socialpolitical, economic, and technological developments that have shaped the evolution of popular music. Emphasis is placed on identifying the Beatles' various musical periods, stylistic practices in compositions and concerts, and reflections of and impacts on the cultural and social issues of their time. Prerequisite: TI Music 117<197>3 Units DS Music of the Beatles AD Eligibility for English 1A NT formerly Music 17

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Tuition & Fees

Tuition and mandatory fees only. Financial aid may apply. Please contact your local Financial Aid Office for details.

Location

Online

Units

3.0 semester units

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Course Sections

Winter 2026 - Semester

Jan 5 to Feb 5
section: 5327
Format:
Time: TBA
Professor(s): Dr. William E. Doyle
Live Seat Count: 0 available seats - (about 1 month ago)
Section notes:
B: B Section 5327 meets for 5 weeks from: January 5 to February 5, 2026. Section 5327 is a fully online class with no scheduled meeting dates. Registered students must login to the Canvas site (https://www.elcamino.edu/academics/online-education/canvas-stude nts.aspx) on the first day of the semester and follow any instructions or they may be dropped from the class. D
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Spring 2026 - Semester

Feb 17 to Apr 11
section: 5560
Format:
Time: TBA
Professor(s): Dr. William E. Doyle
Live Seat Count: 1 available seats - (about 8 hours ago)
Section notes:
B: B Section 5560 meets for 8 weeks from: February 17 to April 11, 2026. Section 5560 is a fully online class with no scheduled meeting dates. Registered students must login to the Canvas site (http://www.elcamino.edu/library/distance-ed/Canvas_Students.asp) on the first day of the semester and follow any instructions or they may be dropped from the class. D
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Apr 20 to Jun 13
section: 5563
Format:
Time: TBA
Professor(s): Dr. William E. Doyle
Live Seat Count: 0 available seats - (about 8 hours ago)
Section notes:
B: B Section 5563 meets for 8 weeks from: April 20 to June 13, 2026. Section 5563 is a fully online class with no scheduled meeting dates. Registered students must login to the Canvas site (http://www.elcamino.edu/library/distance-ed/Canvas_Students.asp) on the first day of the semester and follow any instructions or they may be dropped from the class. D
Section Full
Apr 20 to Jun 13
section: 5564
Format:
Time: TBA
Professor(s): Dr. William E. Doyle
Live Seat Count: 0 available seats - (about 8 hours ago)
Section notes:
B: B Section 5564 meets for 8 weeks from: April 20 to June 13, 2026. Section 5563 is a fully online class with no scheduled meeting dates. Registered students must login to the Canvas site (http://www.elcamino.edu/library/distance-ed/Canvas_Students.asp) on the first day of the semester and follow any instructions or they may be dropped from the class. D
Section Full

Summer 2025 - Semester

Jul 7 to Aug 14
section: 5320
Format:
Time: TBA
Professor(s): Dr. William E. Doyle
Live Seat Count: 0 available seats - (7 months ago)
Section notes:
B: B Section 5320 meets for 6 weeks from: July 7 to August 14, 2025. Section 5320 is a fully online class with no scheduled meeting dates. Registered students must login to the Canvas site (http://www.elcamino.edu/library/distance-ed/Canvas_Students.asp) on the first day of the semester and follow any instructions or they may be dropped from the class. D
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Fall 2025 - Semester

Oct 20 to Dec 13
section: 5642
Format:
Time: TBA
Professor(s): Dr. William E. Doyle
Live Seat Count: 5 available seats - (3 months ago)
Section notes:
B: B Section 5642 meets for 8 weeks from: October 20 to December 13, 2025. Section 5642 is a fully online class with no scheduled meeting dates. Registered students must login to the Canvas site (http://www.elcamino.edu/library/distance-ed/Canvas_Students.asp) on the first day of the semester and follow any instructions or they may be dropped from the class. D
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Aug 25 to Oct 18
section: 5640
Format:
Time: TBA
Professor(s): Dr. William E. Doyle
Live Seat Count: 2 available seats - (3 months ago)
Section notes:
B: B Section 5640 meets for 8 weeks from: August 25 to October 18, 2025. Section 5640 is a fully online class with no scheduled meeting dates. Registered students must login to the Canvas site (http://www.elcamino.edu/library/distance-ed/Canvas_Students.asp) on the first day of the semester and follow any instructions or they may be dropped from the class. D
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