African-American Literature and Music in the 19th and 20th Centuries

AFH-249-31

Stony Brook University

  • Semester
    Summer 2024
  • Instructor
    Tracey Walters
  • Start Date
    07-08-2024
  • Total Credits
    3
  • Call to Register
    631-632-6175

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A detailed look at African-American literature and music and their importance for American literature and music of the 19th and 20th centuries. An examination of the literature with attention to the special stylistic devices, tones of literary voice, and characterization that writers use in their efforts to match the music experience with the written word. Selections from the recordings of African-American and African-American inspired musicians -- from Bessie Smith and Louis Armstrong to Jimi Hendrix and the Rolling Stones. This course is offered as both AFH 249 and EGL 249.
Course Area: Africana Studies
Level: Lower Level Undergraduate
Dates: 07-08-2024 - 08-17-2024
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Instructor: Tracey Walters
Local Course ID: 24SU_STB_AFH249_31
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