From small farms to urban neighborhoods, from the region itself to the more distant worlds of the southern diaspora, we discover the stories, music, and art of the American South.
The American South: Its Stories, Music, and Art
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The American South: Its Stories, Music, and Art
Instructor: Dr. William Ferris
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MF
Reviewed on Feb 3, 2016
This has been an interesting and informative course. It would be nice if Prof Ferris could produce an intermediate course on the same topic.
EX
Reviewed on Nov 10, 2015
It's a great course with a lot of background on Blues music. Tho I wish there were more music pieces to listen as examples.
SD
Reviewed on Feb 18, 2019
I watched many of the videos. It was very interesting. I particularly liked the stories/video clips of musicians. I do hope you have seen The Song Catcher..this reminded me of it.
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