Assignment

1. What technological innovations changed the way music was produced and recorded in the early 1960s? Include in your answer how producers influenced the music

2. How did gospel music contribute to popular music?

3. Name three things that contributed to the end of rock and roll.

4. How did Rock ‘n Roll reflect what was happening in the society and the culture in the 1950s?

5. When did salsa become an important style of music and how is it different than earlier styles?

6. How does Latin music reflect African and European influences? 3 ways.

7. Compare and contrast Rock ‘n Roll and Rock ‘a Billy. State at least two similarities and two differences.

8. What kind of music and who replaced rock n roll BEFORE the Beatles came to the U.S.? Name two new styles in the early sixties and connect a group or artist to each style.

9. What did radio provide for country musicians? How did that change country music?

10. Compare and contrast blues and country music. (3 similarities and three differences)

11. Name three styles that gave birth to rock and roll. What did rock and roll get from each style?

12. How did Ralph Peer influence country music? Include in your answer the influence of the music licensing industry.

13. What are the three stages in the development of Latin music?

14. Name three famous rock and roll artists briefly describe their influence on popular music.

15. Give three examples of how Latin music has influenced popular music in the United States. Discuss these influences in terms of the elements of music, i.e. rhythm, harmony, melody, ensemble etc..

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