MUS 205 - Introduction to Music in Appalachia

Credit Hour(s): 3
This survey course will examine geographical, cultural, and artistic influences on Appalachian music styles, especially Old-Time, Bluegrass, Blues, and Gospel, and related genres, such as folk and country music styles. Representative musical performances, as well as written and oral histories of the region, will be examined and discussed. 3 Credit(s). 3 Contact Hour(s).

This course has been identified in the General Education Curriculum as meeting the Core Competency in Global and Social Responsibility.
Course Session Cycle: Fall and Spring Semester
Course Yearly Cycle: Every Year