Below are several links for you to watch and listen to in light of the following prompt:
Based on the viewings/readings and your own research, trace the evolution of ONE of the following genres of music: Blues, Jazz, Country, Western.
Discuss how and why this musical form emerged in America (this is the USA’s one great contribution to world culture). Consider cultural, economic, and/or political factors that led to the style, feel, instrumentation, ethnic roots, and unique expression of this musical form. Cite 3 musical artists who furthered the form–for example, in Jazz you might cite Louis Armstrong, Dizzy Gillespie, and Miles Davis demonstrating how, in this case, each pushed Jazz to new limits.
Approx. 500 words.
Below are some examples of the variation within musical genres (Blues, Jazz, Country, Western) via particular artists. Enjoy!
History of the Blues–video
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Robert Jonson-Blues “Crossroads”
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Howlin Wolf–Blues “Spoonful”
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Cream–Blues Rock “Spoonful”
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Ray Charles–Rhythm and Blues “Unchain My Heart”
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History of Jazz–Video
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Louis Armstrong–Dixieland Jazz/Scat “Dinah” 1933
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Benny Goodman Orchestra–Band Big Swing Jazz “Sing, Sing, Sing” 1937
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Dizzy Gillespie–Afro-Cuban Jazz “Manteca” 1957
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Hugh Masekela–Jazz Fusion “Grazing in the Grass” 1968
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History of Country
