This course is a study of the history of African American music from 1619 through the present day. Students focus on the socio-historical context in which popular music, folk music, classical music, and religious music evolved. Topics include the spiritual, blues, gospel, jazz, rhythm and blues and contemporary music, as well as women in music. Out-of-class listening, concert and recital attendance are also a part of class activities.. (Formerly MU 323 History of African American Music (W))
MU 223: History of African-American Music
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