20th Century Music
20th Century Music (1940s-1960s)
This course is an overview of music and musical styles of the twentieth century, with a concentration on studying the roots of popular music from the 1940s – 1960’s, including implications on American society. In addition, students will study the history of jazz, and American musical theater and world music. Assignments will include listening, discussion, projects and class presentations.
20th Century Music (1970s-1990s)
This course is an overview of music and musical styles of the twentieth century, with a concentration on studying the roots of popular music from the 1970’s – 1990’s, including implications on American society. In addition, students will study the history of jazz, and American musical theater and world music. Assignments will include listening, discussion, projects and class presentations.