ARTM-023 Traditional & Popular Musics in America

Faculty:

DelDonna, Anthony

This course examines the traditional and popular musics of the United States in a historical and cultural context. Using case studies, students will explore the musics of various sub-cultures through written accounts, recordings, films, and attendance at events involving music. Musical repertories will include traditional music of the past (e.g., slave songs, songs of railroad workers), traditional music of the present (e.g., rural Appalachian, Cajun, Native American), and popular music genres (from rock and rap to a cappella jazz). The exploration of various genres will be integrated into a discussion of folklore, religion, ideology and history. Fall.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: None

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• 2004-2005 Fall and Spring
• 2005-2006 Fall and Spring

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