The Blues |
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Author:
| Uschan, Michael V. |
Series title: | Lucent Library of Black History Ser. |
ISBN: | 978-1-4205-0658-7 |
Publication Date: | Oct 2011 |
Publisher: | Greenhaven Publishing LLC
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Imprint: | Lucent Press |
Book Format: | Hardback |
List Price: | USD $41.03 |
Book Description:
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In the early twentieth century, blues music was developed by African Americans in the Deep South. With roots in spirituals, folk music, work songs, and native music, blues contains a medley of influences that create a distinctive culture and sound. Blues moved north with the Great Migration and influenced many popular forms of music such as bluegrass, rock and roll, and country. This compelling volume details the history of blues music and the careers of major performers. It examines...
More DescriptionIn the early twentieth century, blues music was developed by African Americans in the Deep South. With roots in spirituals, folk music, work songs, and native music, blues contains a medley of influences that create a distinctive culture and sound. Blues moved north with the Great Migration and influenced many popular forms of music such as bluegrass, rock and roll, and country. This compelling volume details the history of blues music and the careers of major performers. It examines the ways the genre reflects the lives and conditions of African Americans during each period of its development and considers the evolution and resurgence of blues in the present day.