MUSC 1020 - American Popular Music 2:The History and Development of Rock 'n' Roll

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Minneapolis Community and Technical College

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3.00 credits (3.00 lec) This course surveys America's popular musical form, rock 'n' roll, from its European and African roots through itsprecursors found in the blues, to the many subgenres such as heavy metal, neo-soul, punk and hip hop. By tracing rock's evolution, students can expect to gain an understanding of the immense diversity found in rock 'n' roll and to be able to identify key performers andperformances of these styles. The course is taught with emphasis on listening and class discussion. Fulfills MnTC Goal Area 6. Prerequisites: Placement into READ 1300 or completion of READ 0200 or ESOL 0052; placement into ENGL 1110 or completion of ENGL 0900 or ESOL 0051.

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3.00

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Institution Website:

www.minneapolis.edu

Phone Number:

(612) 659-6000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

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Semester

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