MUSC 1425 History of Rock Music
This course introduces students to the international musical art form of rock music. It explores the origins of rock music and traces various style periods from the early years of Chuck Berry to The Dave Matthews band and its contemporaries. Students will learn how to listen to rock music from a casual, perceptive, and critical point of view. Major artists, styles, recordings, and developments will be covered. (3 lect.) HUM
Major Topics
- Origin and roots of rock music
- Early rock and roll
- Rock music styles
- Rock music and media
- Contemporary and future rock styles
Outcomes
In order to successfully complete this course, the student will:
1. List the major historical periods of rock music, including prominent artists and popular music associated with them.
2. Compare major rock music movements to one another.
3. Critically listen to rock music to determine stylistic, historical, cultural, and social significance.
4. Identify and discuss the influence and integration of various rock music cultures into society.