MUS 114 — MUS-114. American Music. 3 Credits

LECT 45 hrs A survey of American Roots music from the 19th century to the present. Early Anglo and African influences are presented followed by 20th century folk, gospel, Hispanic, various styles of country, bluegrass and related acoustic music, various styles of blues and jazz, Cajun and zydeco, early R&B, soul and the beginnings of rock and roll.