MUSI 250 - History of Rock’N’Roll 3 Credit: (3 lecture, 0 lab, 0 clinical) 3 Contact Hours:
In this course, students will study the development of Rock’N’Roll from its origins to contemporary music genres. Students will learn how to hear direct relationships between musical themes throughout the development of diverse populations and periods of history. The class will include the analysis of musical qualities and influential musicians of different periods and styles of what we call rock music. The history and development of Rock’N’Roll music will be examined through political, historical, social, and cultural contexts as a way to critique contemporary society. This course does not require any previous music experience or the ability to read/play music.
Semesters Offered: fall and spring semesters
Course Goals/ Objectives/ Competencies:
Goal 1: Examine the origins of Rock’n’Roll.
- Recognize the pioneers of Rock’n’Roll.
- Describe the era in which Rock’n’Roll was created.
- Describe technological advancements that influenced the industry.
Goal 2: Examine the evolution of Rock’n’Roll.
- Identify musical styles of different eras.
- Identify major artists in rock history.
- Identify major works in rock history.
- Recognize musical styles from different countries.
Goal 3: Evaluate relationships between the music/artists and corresponding cultural developments.
- Compare musical genres from diverse cultural contexts.
- Compare artists’ influence on various aspects of society.
- Explain the historical significance of Rock’n’Roll.
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