Music and Social Justice (AADS 2204)

African and African Diaspora Studies · Boston College

This course examines influential musicians and their artistic endeavors towards the path of social justice, education and awareness, with a special focus on African American musicians and their contribution to the world of entertainment. Emphasis will also be on social movements, activism, industry commodity and the direct correlation between music and society. Students will be encouraged to analyze music through lyrics, and song form; while understanding the historical, political and social climates surrounding these artistic ventures. The conclusive expectation of this class is that students

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