History of Rock and Roll

DescriptionThis course comprises a survey of rock and roll from its roots through recent times. Following an overview of pre-rock genres, such as blues, Tin Pan Alley, gospel, rhythm and blues, and country and western, the course explores and differentiates the numerous subgenres falling under a broad definition of what has come to be known as “rock and roll.” Weekly listening assignments are a key element of the class. The course takes into consideration relevant contemporaneous social, political, and cultural factors as well.

This course meets for 12 weeks during Fall semester only (September 17 – December 10).

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