MUS 131 - History of Rock and Roll

Institution:

Delaware County Community College

Subject:

Music

Description:

This course will survey the different genres of popular music in the United States through the Twentieth Century using an historical approach. Lectures will include listening to and analyzing music examples in relation to the social, technical and historical trends. Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to: Demonstrate knowledge of the chronological development of Rock and Roll, its styles, and cultural significance; Critique musical performances and recordings in various rock styles; Identify and discuss the role of rock music within its aesthetic, historical and cultural contexts.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

(ENG 050 and REA 050) or ENG 099* or REA 075 or Appropriate Placement Test Scores (*Course(s) May Be Taken Concurrently)

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.dccc.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 359-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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