LIT3036 ST:Keats to Kendrick:Prosody Poetry Song

The English language has gone through many transitions since the Old English period. Still, fundamental aspects of prosody (rhythm, stress, and intonation) have persisted, and are evident in the underlying structures of contemporary music genres such as folk, the blues, and hip-hop. Students will study classic examples of traditional forms - the Old English alliterative line, the ballad, the sonnet, and lyric forms from the 17th century, as well as the poetry of the 19th century. They will apply this analysis to a critical examination of musical forms that became popular in the 20th century, in order to discern underlying patterns and examine cultural factors that shaped the evolution of the American lyric. Students will complete two major critical essays, practice writing in the forms they study, and demonstrate basic understanding of prosody as well as the cultural influences that have shaped the modern lyric. Students must have completed a 2000 level literature course, with a grade of C or higher, as prerequisite for this course. Credits: 3.000

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