Description
What is unique about American music? What experiences from our American past have contributed to our music today? What have been the various roles of music in American society? Is Elvis alive? This course will be an overview and exploration of music and musicians in America with emphasis on music from the late 1800?s through the present day. Topics will include Native American music, the jazz experience, popular music, country and urban folk music, theater and film music, American ?classical? music, and the rock and roll experience. Within the general topics will be a look at music in the context of societal issues. The roles of women and various ethnic groups will be explored. No prior music knowledge or experience is required. Co-requisite: ENG101.