Middlebury

AMST0279A-S23

The Guitar in American Culture

The Guitar in American Culture
Although it has European and African antecedents, modern acoustic and electric guitars are American inventions. From the genteel parlor guitars of the 19th century elite to the electric weaponry of today’s rock stars, the guitar is an essential artifact of American material culture. Drawing on histories, cultural critiques, interviews, and sound and video recordings, we will study both the evolution of the instrument and the builders and players who have helped define its role. Examining artifacts and talking with working guitar builders will illuminate the craft of guitar making. The culmination of the course will be a student-curated exhibition.
Course Reference Number (CRN):
22207
Subject Code:
AMST
Course Number:
0279
Section Identifier:
A

Course

AMST 0279

All Sections in Spring 2023

Spring 2023

AMST0279A-S23 Lecture (Nash)