Music Literature II MUSC 108 Roots of American Popular Music Survey of American popular music and musicians from Civil War times through the present with an emphasis on historical and sociological influences. Jazz literature from all 20th century styles, improvisation, concerts throughout the year. Concurrent registration in Wind Ensemble required. Annual spring tour. Ensemble A select group of musicians who perform for both student and public functions.
Membership is open to all students through audition.
Annual spring tour scheduled. An historical survey of music in America from pre-colonial times through the twentieth century, including Classical, Ethnic, Folk, and Popular traditions. Will include listening techniques and writing about music. History of the United States Through its Music American music which accompanied significant historical eras and development will be studied. MUSC 206 Rock Music and Popular Culture Rock and other popular music are examined in relation to historical and social world trends since the mid-twentieth century.