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MUS. 277 –  African American Music (CRN: 56310) at  Skyline College for Summer 2024

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This course is offered online and it is recommended you complete a short self-assessment to ensure readiness before taking an online course.

MUS. 277 African American Music

Explores the history, stylistic richness, and variety of African American music in the United States from the 17th century to the present. Examines the character and influence of traditional West African music on the development of American musical genres including: Spirituals, Blues, Jazz, R&B, Soul, Funk and Hip-Hop. Includes discussion and analyses of the critical issues, creative ideas and social events which informed and shaped its development and its impact and influence on contemporary American culture, race relations, and politics. Works of major black composers and performers will be studied including their influence on composers of other cultures.

Units: 3
Degree Credit
Grade Option (Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass)
  • Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
  • Homework hours/semester: 96-108
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area 9C1, 9C2
Transfer Credit: UC; CSU (CSU GE Area C1, C2)

Skyline College (Online Course)

Department: Music

Number of Units: 3


Section
O6H - Online
Meeting Date: 06/10-07/19
Meeting Time:
Days:
Online course Room: 0000
Instructor: Luis Zuniga
Critical Dates for this Course Date
Last day to add class June 12, 2024
Last day to drop with a refund June 12, 2024
Last day to drop without a "W" June 16, 2024
Last day to drop with a "W" July 10, 2024
Last day to change to Pass/No Pass Grading Option July 19, 2024
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