Explores the factors — musical and cultural — that led to the birth of American rock 'n' roll music in the early 1950s. Covers in detail the genres, styles and people that converged to create this new music.
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Music's Big Bang: The Genesis of Rock 'n' Roll
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- 4 stars17.39%
- 3 stars2.17%
- 2 stars1.44%
TOP REVIEWS FROM MUSIC'S BIG BANG: THE GENESIS OF ROCK 'N' ROLL
by SBFeb 23, 2020
Well paced each week. Very engaging lecturer who is passion
by APMay 11, 2022
I have taken several Coursera courses and they have all been great. This class was exceptional.
by VSJan 22, 2021
DEAR DAVID CARLSON, YOURE THE BEST TEACHER ! KEEP TEACHING US MORE !
by VSJul 4, 2020
Nice course on the history of Rock n' Roll from the early 1900s to the late 1950s. Well-presented course!
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