AAST 072 - Blues Aesthetic: Continuity and Transformation

Semester Offered: Second Semester
Credits (Range): 3 hours
Attribute: 3HU, CD

The emphasis of this course is upon the thesis that the Black or ‘Blues Aesthetic’ is a cultural perspective that emerges from within the experiences of Black people, facing the socio-political and economic conditions of modern and contemporary America. Our focus will be upon the traditions of African American music, literature, theater/film, and specifically the visual arts. Consent of instructor required. Enrollment Limit: 12.
Instructor: J. Coleman
Cross List Information
This course is crosslisted with ARTS 072.