Nov 29, 2023  
2023-2024 Academic Catalog 
  
2023-2024 Academic Catalog

MUS 1010 - Rock and Roll History and Appreciation


Credits: 3

A survey of the evolution of rock music and the origins, characteristics, stylistic development, and cultural/social perspectives. The course will present the major historical developments of Rock and Roll, as well as related ‘popular’ musical styles. From its roots in rhythm and blues, to the use of sampling, the class will explore the development of style, instrumentation, playing techniques, and the cultural conditions that helped to define the major trends in Rock and Roll.

Prerequisite: None
Prerequisite/Corequisite: None
Corequisite: None
General Education Code: ARHX
Elective Code(s): ARTS, LART
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