MUS 115(3-0-3)
Rock Music Style and Development
This course explores rock music in terms of historical development, musical style and societal influence. The course discusses the pre-existing styles (pop, country and western, rhythm and blues, jazz, folk, gospel and classical music) that have impacted the evolution of rock music. The development of music listening skills is emphasized. Directed listenings reinforce the concept of musical style as a synthesis of musical elements (rhythm, pitch, dynamics, timbre and form). The role of rock music as a social, cultural, economic and political force is examined. This course is acceptable as a humanities elective.