MUSIC-162/262 African-American Popular Music

A study of the music of selected popular African-American artists, including rhythm-and-blues artists, black gospel soloists and performers of soul music and rap music. Focus on the social issues, musical modes of expression and cultural importance of the artists.

Maximum Enrollment

Standard Course (40)

Credits

1

Cross Listed Courses

AFRST-162/262

Prerequisite

One full-credit course in MUSIC

Notes

No previous knowledge of music required. Music concentrators and minors are strongly encouraged to register for MUSIC-262. MUSIC-262 has an additional independent project. Registration at the 200-level only with instructor’s permission.