MU 313. History and Literature of Modern Pop Music II (3)

This course series surveys the phenomenon of popular music in the United States from the 1900s to the present alongside the many technological revolutions that have impacted that history. This detailed study will discuss early blues, the history of jazz, the history of big bands, the history of folk genres, the unfolding of rock genres, the flowering of country music genres including Bluegrass and Newgrass, the rise of Soul, Rhythm and Blues, and various kinds of Rap, as well as the rise of contemporary Christian music. Performance literature and performance practices will be explored with the goal of each student discovering possible literature for their own recitals and overall performing career. Prerequisites: MU 312 . Course fee: $22.50.