This course will survey the music of the Rolling Stones, beginning with the roots and first formation of the band in the early 1960s, and following the group through the release of It's Only Rock 'n' Roll in late 1974.
The Music of the Rolling Stones, 1962-1974
The Music of the Rolling Stones, 1962-1974
Instructor: John Covach
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1 week at 10 hours a week
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Students will be able to describe the exciting evolution of The Rolling Stones starting from the early 1960's through the mid 1970's.
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There are 7 modules in this course
Beginnings through the release of the early singles, and album, 1962-64.
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12 videos4 readings
1965, the big breakthrough in the US, singles and albums through December 1965.
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9 videos1 assignment
1966, singles, compilations, and the live experience.
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8 videos
1967 and the rise of psychedelia, in the shadow of the Beatles?
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7 videos1 assignment
The Stones leave peace and love behind, jumping and fighting with some sympathy for the Devil, 1968-69.
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6 videos
The band defines 70s rock with two classic albums, Sticky Fingers and Exile on Main Street, 1970-72.
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6 videos1 assignment
Continuing at the height of their musical powers, the group releases Goat's Head Soup and It's Only Rock 'n' Roll, 1973-74.
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6 videos1 assignment
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JB
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Reviewed on Aug 9, 2017
I have completed every last one of John Covach's courses and he has inspired my way of playing my own music and the way I hear new music. He is, by far, the best teacher on Coursera.
SS
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Reviewed on Sep 27, 2015
There is a glitch in the week 2 quiz but otherwise I am very much enjoying the course.
JC
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Reviewed on Oct 19, 2019
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