125 History And Development Of Rock And Roll (3)
Designed for students with little or no music background, the course is an
exploration of American popular music from early Rhythm and Blues and Country
Western through Woodstock. Examines in detail the social/racial issues most
important to the music and the cultural history of twentieth-century America.
The course features online video lectures and numerous interviews with
professors and scholars from other disciplines, presenting a perspective of the
influence of this music on nearly every area of American life. Students are
required to participate in online discussion groups as part of the class. Music
majors may enroll for music elective credit.