Selected aspects of the development of Anglo-American popular musics from their roots in the nineteenth century until the shifts and tensions which led to the advent of rock `n’ roll and soul in the 1950s. Genres to be examined include blues, country, the sentimental ballad, and Broadway music. Precludes additional credit for MUSI 2203, MUSI 2206, MUSI 2208. Prerequisite(s): second-year standing.Lectures three hours a week.
Selected aspects of the development of Anglo-American popular musics from their roots in the nineteenth century until the shifts and tensions which led to the advent of rock `n’ roll and soul in the 1950s. Genres to be examined include blues, country, the sentimental ballad, and Broadway music. Precludes additional credit for MUSI 2203, MUSI 2206, MUSI 2208. Prerequisite(s): second-year standing.Lectures three hours a week.