African American culture and existential struggles have been expressed through many different musical genres throughout the last 400 years, from folk spirituals, rhythm and blues, soul, funk, and jazz… all the way to the most recent styles of hip-hop and rap. Music has played an essential role in African Americans’ fight for freedom, equal rights, and equity—aiding in their liberation and the Civil Rights Movement—and has been central to their survival. Prof. Harrell will explore these different styles of music and how they played a part in establishing the African American lexicon, mainly focusing on the latest emerging genres: hip-hop and rap.
Hosted by the Florida Tech Alumni Association
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