MUSI 1002 Chapter Notes -Keith Emerson, Rock Me Amadeus, Second British Invasion
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The pop, rock, and soul reader: histories and debates, 2nd edition. Part 1 before 1950: irving berlin in tin pan alley. Berlin"s apparently standardized songs: technology, the dawn of modern popular music, and the king of jazz . What role did different dance steps play in the transformation of whiteman"s music: big band swing music: race and power in the music business. What opportunities are particularly important in whether a band is successful or not: solo pop singers and new forms of fandom. 2 does mccaffrey describe the differences between fans of swing bands and solo singers: hillbilly and race music. What is significant about these musics" popularity: blues people and the classic blues. What was the relationship between minstrelsy, vaudeville, and the classic blues: the empress of the blues. What is the overriding impression of bessie smith created by those who knew her: at the crossroads with robert johnson, as told by johnny shines.
