MUS 230 - African- American Music

Institution:

Wheelock College

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Description:

Examines African-American music over 200 years, with emphasis on the impact of African rhythm and instrumentation on African-American music. Genres include jazz, spirituals, ragtime, big bands, bebop and rap music. Places music in context of social, historical, cultural, and political realities of African-American life. Satisfies General Education Arts or US History, to evaluate research of peers and other investigators. Studies scientific methodology, scientific writing and the application of mathematics to science research. Technology use extensive. Open to junior and senior Mathematics/Science majors only. Advanced.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wheelock.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 879-2000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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