Early Black History Music Traditions
Black History Musicians and Instruments
100
This type of music was prevalent in the fields where slaves worked.
What is work song?
100
This instrument was played by Scott Joplin
What is piano?
200
This type of music was first sung by the slaves to show dislike for the way they were treated.
What is protest song?
200
This instrument was played by Jimi Hendrix.
What is guitar?
300
This movie was looked at during class; showing slaves working in the fields
What is O Brother Where Art Thou?
300
This instrument was played by Louis Armstrong.
What is trumpet?
400
This type of song was popular among slaves - especially children. They used it as a type of entertainment.
What is play or game song?
400
Etta James did not play an instrument, but used this to help her create music.
What is the voice?
500
This type of music developed from protest/work songs.
What is the blues?
500
Name one currently famous black musician.
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