MU 323 - History of African-American Music

Institution:

Oakwood University

Subject:

Description:

3 hours A study of the history of African-American music from 1619 through the present day. Focuses upon the socio-historical context in which popular music, folk music, classical music, and religious music evolved. Topics include the spiritual, blues, gospel, jazz, rhythm and blues, and contemporary music, as well as women in music. Open to non-music majors. No technical knowledge required. Offered spring semester.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.oakwood.edu

Phone Number:

(256) 726-7000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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