The Rise, Fall, and Resurgence of Zamrock

Program Type:

Art, Movies & Music, Community Events, History & Genealogy, Race, Equity & Inclusion

Age Group:

Adults
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Learn about Zambia's independence-era rock scene and its recent resurgence in popularity.

Zamrock is a genre of music that incorporates Western rock (such as The Rolling Stones, Jimi Hendrix, and Black Sabbath) with Zambian instruments, rhythms, languages, and themes.

In this class, Ph.D. Candidate of African History Katherine (Hyun-Joo) Mooney will discuss the history of zamrock, African independence, and the musical connections between Africa and the rest of the world.

For more conversation about zamrock, check out our Film Discussion on October 11!

Registration is encouraged, but not required.