About this course: 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.
Created by: University of Rochester
Taught by: John Covach, Professor of Music and Director
Institute for Popular Music
| Language | English |
| How To Pass | Pass all graded assignments to complete the course. |
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WEEK 1
Introduction and Students of the Blues
Beginnings through the release of the early singles, and album, 1962-64.
12 videos, 4 readings
WEEK 2
The Year of Satisfaction
1965, the big breakthrough in the US, singles and albums through December 1965.
9 videos
Graded: Quiz - Modules 1 & 2
WEEK 3
The Music Matures
1966, singles, compilations, and the live experience.
8 videos
WEEK 4
Psychedelia and Beyond
1967 and the rise of psychedelia, in the shadow of the Beatles?
7 videos
Graded: Quiz - Modules 3 & 4
WEEK 5
Let It Bleed and Sticky Fingers
The Stones leave peace and love behind, jumping and fighting with some sympathy for the Devil, 1968-69.
6 videos
WEEK 6
Exile on Main Street
The band defines 70s rock with two classic albums, Sticky Fingers and Exile on Main Street, 1970-72.
6 videos
Graded: Quiz - Modules 5 & 6
WEEK 7
The End of an Era
Continuing at the height of their musical powers, the group releases Goat's Head Soup and It's Only Rock 'n' Roll, 1973-74.
6 videos
Graded: Final Exam
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