AIP 313 Jazz and American Identity (UP)
Individual identity has been a cornerstone of psychological development theories since Erik Erikson’s work in the 1950’s. Jazz was originally a creative response of African-Americans to cultural oppression, but has since become known as America’s unique contribution to the world’s music. This course will examine the historical development of this uniquely American music, and, through listening, reading and discussion, explore changes in the interactive shaping forces of individual identity within American culture.