University of Florida

Music's Big Bang: The Genesis of Rock 'n' Roll

University of Florida

Music's Big Bang: The Genesis of Rock 'n' Roll

Professor David Carlson

Instructor: Professor David Carlson

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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9 hours to complete
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

147 reviews

Beginner level
No prior experience required
9 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

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Some basic tenets of rock 'n' roll

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The legend of Robert Johnson and his visit to "the crossroads"

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New Orleans is the city of jazz

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Chicago is where the blues went electric

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The delivery room of rock 'n' roll

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