Examines the aesthetic and historical evolution of rhythm and blues: black music tradition including bebop, rock and roll, and hiphop, redefining American popular culture post-WWII. Prereq: Not open to students with credit for 288 or Music 2288 (288). GE VPA and diversity soc div in the US course. GE foundation lit, vis and performing arts course. Cross-listed in Music.
Examines the aesthetic and historical evolution of rhythm and blues: black music tradition including bebop, rock and roll, and hiphop, redefining American popular culture post-WWII. Prereq: Not open to students with credit for 288 or Music 2288 (288). GE VPA and diversity soc div in the US course. GE foundation lit, vis and performing arts course. Cross-listed in Music.
