MUH 3055 - FC - African American Musical Heritage

Institution:

University of North Florida

Subject:

MUH-Music: History/Musicology

Description:

An examination of the roles and character of music in Western African society from the early 17th century. These traditions from which the music evolved will be traced from slavery through modern times. In doing so, a careful study will be made of field hollars, work songs, blues, spirituals, gospel and certain aspects of popular music as to their influence on the development of modern American music.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.unf.edu

Phone Number:

(904) 620-1000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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