Musicians
This musician was also an actor and he sang in his movies. He was nicknamed "The Singing Cowboy".
Who was Gene Autry?
A singer improvises with made up words.
What is scat?
In the 1980's, Kool Herc's style of music emerged. It included poetry and break dancing.
What is hip hop?
This popular country singer has sold millions of albums.
Who is Taylor Swift?
This artist was the most famous trumpet player of his time and his singing voice sounded like a growl.
Who was Louis Armstrong?
This was the first rock and roll hit and it made number one on the charts in 1955.
What is "Rock Around the Clock."
During the break in the song, this musician thought it was the best time to dance.
Who was Kool Herc?
Teens listened to a different kind of music in the 1950's.
What is rock and roll?
This popular rock band made songs about topics that were important to teens.
Who were the Beatles?
This country singer made the twangy sound with his music and was imitated by many.
Who was Jimmie Rodgers?
This musical style emerged in New Orleans in the early 1900's.
What is jazz?
This country singer married a sister from the Carter family.
Who was Johnny Cash?