MUH 118 - Golden Age of Country Music: 1950-1970

3 CR

This course will cover the history of and origin of Country music, its significant performers of the Golden Age (1950-1970), songwriters, songs, and cultural identity. This course will progress chronologically, following the evolution of specific musical styles. Reading assignments cover the relationship between country music and the socio-economic classes from which the artists emerge. We will focus on a specific time period and specific artists and songs.