MUSC 1124 Rock and Roll History
Since World War II, American popular music has been one of the nation’s largest cultural exports. The multi-billion-dollar industry has made superstars out of otherwise unknown artists and cast a long shadow over popular culture across the globe. Explore its origins and discover the moments when new styles emerge, often driven by a desire for musical change, but also as a reaction to significant social, political, and business influences. This course will present the student a scholarly examination of the musical development of rock and roll from the fundamental musical characteristics and social influences of its African roots through innovators and innovations of today.
Offered
Fall, Spring
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