MUSC-2802 (3) Afro-Amer Music/App I

Examines the sacred and secular genres of Black American music from folk spirituals to contemporary gospel and hip-hop in their cultural and historical contexts. Examines individual composers and performers in specific historical contexts in order to understand the meanings behind certain Black musical stylistics, sound ideals and aesthetic preferences. Requisites: Restricted to College of Music (MUSC) undergraduate students only.