Music and politics are inextricably linked and in places where histories are transmitted orally, the role of music is central to how a society defines itself and how it governs. This intersection—the coextensive moment between music and politics in Africa—is the focus of our course. With our expertise in African music and ethnomusicology (Prof. Barz) and African politics (Prof. Weghorst), we delve into what happens when music and politics align in key moments and events in Africa and their power to transform each other.

Below, find a video of student reflections on the course and the "co-extensive moment." [UNDER CONSTRUCTION]