The History of Music Styles

Music styles of different time periods influenced the diversity of many genres. The music styles and genres of the 20th century all started from one point and continue to expand over time. The style of jazz music built the basis for rock ‘n’ roll music, and the style of rock ‘n’ roll music built the basis for pop music. Basic rhythms, inspirational lyrics, and the emotion the music style exerts all contribute to the creation of new genres. The process of evolution influenced by multiple styles created

Throughout history, music has evolved and branched off into many different categories, each of which have distinct styles and orchestrations; there is classical music that is centuries old and today there is modern contemporary music that is often synthesized or played with electronic instruments. There are also many ways that the two styles can cross over each other; this is seen in popular music and a lot of video game music. Though many people cannot see any similarities between modern and classical

Rebecca McKenney History and Sociology of Rock Music Mrs. Trimble 29 August 2016 Critical Thinking #1 (2) Between the early nineteenth and mid-twentieth century, sociological changes helped create and popularize rock music. A major example of a sociological change is the transition of the African American status from slave to citizen. As a slave, the Africans naturally felt oppressed which contributed to the creation of call-and-response and work songs which had signifying lyrics to help get through

Rebecca McKenney History and Sociology of Rock Music Mrs. Trimble 22 October 2016 Meet the New Waves In chapter fifteen of Rock Music Styles: A History, author Katherine Charlton discusses the musical style of new wave. There are many new way groups in the world, but Charlton only selected some of the most notable groups. Charlton divided these notable groups by American and British nationalities. In order to give equal attention to both sides, I have chosen four primary artists to represent

Jazz Styles in America Jazz music has been a part of America for many centuries. It has influenced many time periods and ways of life in America. "'Tin Pan Alley was a real alley on East Fourteenth Street near Third (in New York), but it was never just a place. Tin Pan Alley has come to be known for an era of songwriting when many musical ideas mixed together to form American popular music. Tin Pan Alley brought together many styles: blues, jazz, musical scores, and ragtime"' (Burton Lane

jazz whose impression is that music should stay traditional. On the other hand, Herbie Hancock believes the opposite. For music to grow or become anything, the artist must experiment and try new things. Herbie Hancock's theories allow for the movement of jazz music from the traditional to a more progressive new form. He believes what makes history is what music reflects on. Music has made an impact on all levels in history. The early days of jazz provided many styles which highlighted the talent

One Song at a Time It is truly amazing. Without a doubt, the impact that music has on the world is incredible. The number of different musical styles is also exceedingly great. The differing music styles of the past have slowly led the way to modern music we have today. Some of the music from times past have even stuck throughout the ages and are still listened to, to this day. Of the many musical types (Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Modern, just to name a few), they all have their unique

Name: Sofia Endara Research Paper Jazz The Jazz is a music genre that was developed from the traditions of West Africa, Europe and North America. It arises specifically in New Orleans, Louisiana, home of musical style, where was a large consignments of slaves, mainly western Africa. That is why the jazz comes from the combination of three traditions: the native American, African and European. The African-American community in South America developed its musical expression through creative improvisation

141 December 7, 2016 Surfing through Musical History Music is a beautiful thing. Music has a way of expressing emotions that cannot be described by words themselves. It has a way of influencing people and a society as a whole. Without music the world would be silent. The surfing world is no exception. The society of surfing has been affected by music over centuries. Music plays a major influential part in the history of surfing. The history of music in surfing actually evolves in waves. To be precise

Jazz Influence on the 20th Century Jazz is considered one of the most influential types of music in American history. Some of the greatest artists in the world have contributed to the success jazz has had not only on American history, but throughout the world. Jazz music has come to serve as the base of many music styles in the United States. This paper will explain the history of jazz, where it all came from, and the effect it has had on the American culture in the 20th century. To