The Blues

by Michael V. Uschan

Overview

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 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.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781420506587
Publisher:	Greenhaven Publishing LLC
Publication date:	10/08/2011
Series:	Lucent Library of Black History Series
Pages:	112
Product dimensions:	7.20(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.40(d)
Age Range:	12 - 15 Years

Editorial Reviews

Review: The Blues "Studying this past and understanding how it contributes to present-day dialogues about race and history in America is a critical component of contemporary education...Each volume focuses on one aspect of African American experience and history that has helped shape American society and inform its citizens' attitudes and beliefs about African Americans. Each volume includes black and white illustrations and photos, a relevant chronology, and an index."—Doug's Student Reference Room, June 2008

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