MUSC 81A: SurveyRapHip
University of California, Santa Cruz
Involves examination, evaluation, performance, and discussion of rap music and its relationship to hop hop culture. Looks at three primary areas: historical periods of rap, aspects of performance practice, and lyrical content related to issues in contemporary society. Students engage in listening exercises, performances and presentations, and discuss the placement of rap in an academic setting. No prior musical knowledge is required.
Average GPA: 3.75
Grade distribution records: 844 students across 3 terms.
Grade distribution
| Grade | Students | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| A+ | 247 | 29.3% |
| A | 367 | 43.5% |
| A- | 72 | 8.5% |
| B+ | 27 | 3.2% |
| B | 37 | 4.4% |
| B- | 11 | 1.3% |
| C+ | 6 | 0.7% |
| C | 8 | 0.9% |
| C- | 2 | 0.2% |
| D+ | 4 | 0.5% |
| D | 1 | 0.1% |
| D- | 1 | 0.1% |
| F | 15 | 1.8% |
| P | 38 | 4.5% |
| NP | 5 | 0.6% |
| W | 3 | 0.4% |
Based on 844 student grade records across 3 terms and 3 professors.
Instructors
- James I Minton 382 students, Average GPA 3.94
- Kira A Dralle 301 students, Average GPA 3.60
- Alexander James Nunes 161 students, Average GPA 3.58