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About the Course

This course, part 1 of a 2-course sequence, examines the history of rock, primarily as it unfolded in the United States, from the days before rock (pre-1955) to the end of the 1960s. This course covers the music of Elvis Presley, Chuck Berry, Phil Spector, Bob Dylan, the Beatles, the Rolling Stones, Jimi Hendrix, Cream, and many more artists, with an emphasis both on cultural context and on the music itself. We will also explore how developments in the music business and in technology helped shape the ways in which styles developed. Rock emerged in the mid 1950s as a blending of mainstream pop, rhythm and blues, and country and western--styles that previously had remained relatively separate. This new style became the music of the emerging youth culture and was often associated with teen rebellion. We will follow the story of how this rowdy first wave of rock and roll (1955-59) was tamed in the early 60s but came roaring back with the Beatles and the Rolling Stones and then went psychedelic by the end of the decade....

Top reviews

BL

Mar 13, 2018

Provided insight into what I was listening to as a pre-teen. I didn't have the exposure to some of the older roots or the an understanding of the business forces that shaped the music I had access to.

CR

Dec 11, 2020

Amazing teacher with incredible knowledge of the history of rock. From the very beggining you're hooked with all the many different and interesting stories he uses as references.I recommend 200%.

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By Flavia C

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Jul 20, 2024

Very clear and interesting! Congratulations to the professor.

By Darren B

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Jun 24, 2016

Good overview of the rock industry and good survey of music.

By Fran

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Jun 13, 2016

This is a well-structured and excitingly informative course.

By Aleksander K

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Jul 26, 2024

Excellent! Very helpful in understanding the music history.

By Esperanza R M

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Mar 20, 2016

I just loooooooooved this course! Professor Covach rocks!

By Samantha B

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Sep 26, 2015

There's so much detail in this fun and interesting class.

By Dennis B

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Jan 12, 2025

Really fun course. Instructor is great. I learned a lot.

By LINA M M A

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Oct 30, 2020

ES BASTANTE INTERESANTE TODA LA SECUENCIA DE LA HISTORIA

By Carlen H

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Oct 23, 2017

Great course, learned tons and look forward to Part 2!

By Ernesto D (

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Sep 26, 2015

Tons of excelent information. explicated so cleary.

By Michele M

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Jan 30, 2023

Easy to follow and full of excellent information.

By Gustavo A G

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Jun 11, 2020

Excellent review of the beginnings of rock music

By Ava S

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Mar 5, 2018

This course was brain stimulating and enjoyable.

By Sally S V

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Oct 13, 2021

increíble, me encantó cómo cuenta la historia!!

By JR L

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Jun 3, 2020

This was a great course. I highly recommend it,

By Raul

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Oct 8, 2017

Fascinating history, well said - great examples

By Catalina V

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Jul 13, 2016

Very good, well informed and fun course to do!

By fei y

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Sep 19, 2016

非常值得一选，上完这个课程对1950s，1960s时期摇滚乐的发展算是有一个比较全面的了解

By Anthony W

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Feb 27, 2025

Great course. Very thorough and informative.

By Alexandra A

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May 13, 2017

Very interesting and comprehensive lectures.

By Lidiane S

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May 6, 2022

Gostaria que tivesse legendas em português.

By John C

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Jan 15, 2019

Very entertaining and insightful, loved it.

By Paul E P J

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Dec 21, 2019

Loved it! Interesting and I learned a lot.

By Kat M

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Nov 19, 2015

Loved the class, I will be taking part 2.