MUS* 108: Today’s Music Gospel, Ragtime, Blues, Jazz

3 Credits
An examination of the development of American music from its roots in the secular and sacred traditions of the late 1800’s and their impact on the pre-jazz forms of ragtime, brass bands, and blues to the jazz forms of swing, bebop, cool and fusion. Emphasis will be given to the stylistic characteristics of each form and their impact on current music styles.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 093
Offered: Spring
Fulfills General Education - Knowledge of The Arts