Influence/Legacy
Who was Rock and Roll music primarily directed towards?
Teenagers
Elvis is known as the "King" of what?
Rock and Roll
What do we call the tragedy that happened on February 3rd, 1959?
The Day the Music Died
What was the dance we talked about in class that was made by Chubby Checker?
The Twist
Where did "Surf Sound" originate? (The location, the climate, etc.)
Southern California as surfing became popular
Rock and Roll music ushered in a time of freedom of _________ through dance and the lyrics.
Expression
Elvis Presley went to Germany in his mid-career for about a year and a half. Why was he there?
He was drafted into the army
What was the primary audience of the British Invasion band's music?
Teenagers
What was one positive impact of the dance, "The Twist"?
About how many people were at Woodstock?
500,000
Name one genre of music that influenced Rock and Roll music.
Jazz, country, swing, etc.
What was the primary reason Elvis' performances were so controversial?
His dancing
Name one British Invasion band
The Beatles, The Animals, The Who, The Rolling Stones, etc.
Dance shows
What was one negative aspect of Woodstock?
Intense traffic, overcrowding, unsanitary conditions, etc.
Rock and Roll arrived during which major movement in America's history?
Civil Rights Movement
Aside from singing, Elvis had one other main job. What was it?
Actor
What was one major impact of "The Day the Music Died"?
A stop in the development of American Rock and Roll music, which allowed British bands to become popular in America
What major television service was launched in 1981?
(Hint: Music video streaming station)
MTV (Music Television)
Briefly describe what Woodstock was
Elders labeled Rock and Roll music as the _____________ movement.
Counterculture
Where was Elvis Presley born?
OR
What were Elvis' parents names?
Mississippi (Tupelo)
OR
Gladys and Vernon Presley
Who were the three musicians involved in the plane crash on "The Day the Music Died"?
Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, J.P. "Big Bopper"
During this time in music history, MTV, stereos, and radios became very popular. Why is this so important to music history?
The ability for new music to spread to audiences very quickly. Result: a wide variety of new musical styles
Name one band that fits into the "Surf Sound" category
Beach Boys