There is a required Video Research Paper (approximately two pages), due at the end of the course, in which the student will critically analyze, interpret, evaluate, compare and contrast three video performances by a selected artist or band, based on the historical and critical scholarship of rock music as presented in the class and text, emphasizing messages found in the lyrics, including any social, political or diversity messages, basic music characteristics and entertainment qualities exhibited in the videos. Students may select the artist or band in consultation with the instructor and may view the videos on YouTube or other suitable websites. The paper will also include brief biographical information about the artist or band. Students are required to consult a minimum of three outside sources. Sources must be cited and students must include a list of Sources Cited and a list of Sources Consulted (bibliography).

The Beach Boys

Phil Spector

British Blues Bands