History Of Rock And Roll Exam 1
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crossover Answer: musical works or performers that gain popularity with one
audience, then another
cover Answer: a new performance or recording of a song previously recorded
by another artist
The Blues Answer: An African-American music genre that developed in the
rural American south, showcasing economic hardships
Blues artists Answer: Muddy Waters, Howlin' Wolf, B.B. King
Gospel music Answer: Worship music of predominantly African-American
churches in the United States characterized by performances by large choirs often
singing in unison
Characteristics of Gospel Answer: 1. Call and response
2. Group singing
3. Polyrhythms
4. Rhythmic musical instruments
Elvis Presley Answer: "The King of Rock n' Roll" who recorded at Sun Records.
His path from poverty to fame exemplifies the American Dream. Rockabilly genre.
, Johnny Cash Answer: "The Man in Black" who famously recorded at Folsom
Prison. His path from poverty to fame exemplifies the American Dream. Rockabilly
genre.
Rockabilly Answer: A type of popular music, originating in the southeastern
US in the 1950s, combining elements of rock and roll and country music.
Doo Wop Answer: features a vocal group harmony, nonsense syllables, a
simple beat, sometimes little or no instrumentation, and simple music and lyrics.
Built upon vocal harmony. Example: "Sh'Boom" by The Chords.
Origin of Doo Wop Answer: started by amateurs or semi-professionals on
street corners in New York and Philadelphia
Chuck Berry Answer: pioneer of Rock and Roll known for his guitar riffs,
energetic performances, blend of R&B and Country, and showmanship.
Radio's influence on Rock and Roll Answer: *introduced R&B to white
audiences
*helped rock and roll go from regional to national audiences
Rhythm and Blues (R&B) Answer: A style of music developed by African-
Americans that combines blues and jazz characterized by a strong backbeat and
related variations on syncopated instrumental phrases
Great Migration Answer: An early 20th-century mass movement of African
Americans from the Deep South to the industrial North, seeking job opportunities
and fleeing from racism and discrimination.
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