Course Instructor - Richard Knepp 

Course Fee - $30.00

A study of the history and evolution of rock music from its origins to the present day. Highlights of the course include rock music’s emergence within the context of the history of American music and the social, political, cultural, technological, and economic forces that shaped the music. Issues of race, gender, and class as they relate to various styles will also be discussed. We will begin with an introduction to listening and musical fundamentals, and will gradually develop a vocabulary with which to discuss and experience selected works from the history of rock and roll.  No prior familiarity with music is necessary or assumed.

Dr. Richard Knepp is a guitarist with over 30 years of experience teaching private lessons and in group settings. He has been teaching music at Young Harris College since 1999. Dr. Knepp holds a DMA from the University of Georgia where he studied under the direction of acclaimed guitar instructor John Sutherland. He also holds a MM in Classical Guitar Performance from Georgia State University and a BMA from Georgia College and State University in Instrumental Performance. Dr. Knepp has performed in ensembles and as a soloist throughout the United States. As a classical guitarist, he is a regular feature on the concert stage and has been a strong advocate for classical guitar education within the state of Georgia. Many of Dr. Knepp’s students have gone on to pursue college level studies and have also had successful careers as performing artists.