- American Roots Seminar

Catalog description

American Roots Seminar looks closely at the formulas for arranging American Roots Music including bluegrass, blues, old-time string band, Appalachian Fiddle and early country music. Based on our understanding and data collected from the song formulas, students compose vocal songs and instrumental songs reflecting traditional composition styles and topics. Students are assigned parts to compose and will collaborate to develop the components and arrangement of each song: form, chord progression, melody, harmony, lyric writing and instrumental elements including solos, intros and ornamentation. This course is required for students seeking a Bachelor of Arts degree in music with an emphasis in American Roots Music.