Sociology/Anthropology 120 - Anthropology of Jazz

Institution:

St Olaf College

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Description:

In this course we will explore how jazz music and accompanying cultural forms have reflected as well as shaped American society and culture. Utilizing photographs, film, music and texts, we will examine how race, class, and gender structured jazz, as well as politics, urbanization, migration, and technology. We will look at jazz in terms of social deviance and as a social movement, including its relationship to slavery, segregation and African cultural roots. Offered during Interim.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.stolaf.edu

Phone Number:

(507) 786-2222

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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