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Roots, Ritual, and Rock and Roll
When rock music first hit American mainstream culture, it was understood within the industry that it borrowed sounds from blues, gospel music, and jazz. While these genres are still considered to be the origins of rock and roll, further study reveals far-reaching links connecting distant cultures and rock music over a span of millennia. This course examines rock's ancient roots, which lie in a global dialogue that continues to evolve.