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Chapter 9 Popular Culture

Chapter 9 Popular Culture. Created By: Stephanie Butler, Joshua Gregory, Jeremy Little, Marya Moreno, Jessica Rivas, Rachelle Vargas . High Culture. Cultural activities that are believed to reflect upon the elite or wealthy.

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Chapter 9 Popular Culture

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  1. Chapter 9Popular Culture Created By: Stephanie Butler, Joshua Gregory, Jeremy Little, Marya Moreno, Jessica Rivas, Rachelle Vargas

  2. High Culture • Cultural activities that are believed to reflect upon the elite or wealthy. • Framed as international due to their timelessness and ability to be enjoyed by many other cultures • Universities even devote courses, programs and even entire departments to study the aspects of high culture. • Classical Ballet • Symphony • Great Literature • Fine Art • Opera • Classical Music

  3. High Culture Examples

  4. Low Culture • Cultural domains that are not considered high culture. These activities are not considered elite. • Now framed as “Popular Culture” • Viewed as for the people by the people. • Modern Dance • Music Videos • Books/Magazines • Graffiti • Celebrities • Fashion

  5. Low Culture Examples

  6. Importance of Popular Culture • Commonalities in “pop” culture bring people together with similar interest. • Helps people from around the world visually see other cultures in action. • “Pop” culture helps to educate the world on the similarities and differences of other cultures. • Through technology, people connect/keep in touch with other cultures of the world.

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