Course Description
The study of rock music from its origins to the present.
Examination of the place of rock music in society, from its roots
in African American blues and European American folk to its place
in current society.
Athena Title
History Analysis Rock Music
Semester Course Offered
Offered fall
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Student Learning Outcomes
- Upon completion, the successful student will be able to analyze the aesthetic qualities of rock music; students will identify patterns and draw conclusions based on this evidence.
- Upon completion, the successful student will be able to assess the commonality and diversity of the various cultures that have contributed to the development of rock in America; Students will gain an awareness of how their own musical choices are both effected by their environment and cause an effect on their environment.
- Upon completion, the successful student will be able to evaluate the impact and the role of rock music in society.
- Upon completion, the successful student will be able to aurally analyze various rock recordings.
- Upon completion, the successful student will be able to communicate understanding of these outcomes in an oral presentation.
Topical Outline
- Pre-Rock Sources * Blues * Country & Western * Rhythm & Blues
- 1950s Rock 'n' Roll Styles * Northern Band * New Orleans * Memphis Country Rock * Chicago * Vocal Groups/DooWop
- Rock Styles * Surf * Folk Styles * Soul Styles * British Beat Groups * Psychedelic Rock * Hard Rock/Heavy Metal * Fusions * Punk * Alternative Rock
General Education Core
CORE IV: Humanities and the Arts
Institutional Competencies
Analytical Thinking
The ability to reason, interpret, analyze, and solve problems from a wide array of authentic contexts.
Social Awareness & Responsibility
The capacity to understand the interdependence of people, communities, and self in a global society.
