FSSY 127 - The Music of New Orleans

Institution:

Case Western Reserve University

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Description:

This course focuses on the musical landscape of New Orleans from the late 18th century to the present. We will look at the diverse musics of the city, including opera and orchestral music, slave song, Gospel, solo piano, ragtime, jazz, rhythm and blues, rock and roll, and Cajun and zydeco. Through the course, students will develop a better understanding of music and music history and a deeper knowledge about the history of New Orleans. The course spends considerable time on communication: public speaking, discussion, and writing. Fourth Hour trips will include visits to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the Western Reserve Historical Society.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.case.edu

Phone Number:

(216) 368-2000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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