What is R&B?
World Influences
The Elements
of R&B
Key Creators of R&B
R&B Today
100

What does R&B stand for?

Rhythm & Blues

100

True or False: The Civil Rights Movement in 1954 had a profound impact on R&B.

True

100

Was ''Ivy'' conjunct or disjunct?

Conjunct

100

Who is known as the “Father of R&B,” this saxophonist, singer, and bandleader was a key figure in developing the "jump blues" style.

Louis Jordan

100

True or False: Some people believe that today's R&B has lost touch with its roots.

True

200

Which preexisting genres is R&B composed of?

Gospel, jazz and blues

200

What year did R&B evolve into soul music?

1960s

200

What key is ''Ivy'' in?

C major

200

Who is known as "The Genius," blended blues, R&B, and gospel to create a revolutionary sound in soul and R&B music?

Ray Charles

200

This genre, which heavily influenced R&B, helped shape its transition to funk and disco in the late 20th century.

Rock and Roll

300

Which genre influenced R&B with its signature 12-bar structure?

Blues

300

R&B in the 1960s started addressing social and political issues in this new genre.

Soul

300

What dynamic change happens at the end of ''Ivy'' ?

Crescendo

300

Who is often called the "Queen of Soul," was famous for her unique phrasing and powerful vocals, rooted in African American gospel music?

Aretha Franklin

300

What helped R&B music reach a wider audience by playing it on the radio?

Airplay on radio stations

400

Which genre contributed to R&B with its focus on syncopation and rhythmic patterns?

Jazz

400

What movement began in 1954 and had a profound impact on R&B, inspiring songs about racial pride, resistance, and social justice?

The Civil Rights Movement

400

What instruments were used in our song?

Electric guitar and bass

400

Who is known for his use of synthesizers and electronic instruments in the 1970s?

Stevie Wonder

400

Name two artists in R&B today that were mentioned

  • SZA
  • Frank Ocean
  • The Weeknd
  • Summer Walker
500

Which genre played a significant role in shaping R&B with its deeply emotional and spiritually expressive lyrics?

Gospel

500

One of the cities that the Great Migration bring a huge population of African Americans to

New York, Chicago, Detroit, Philadelphia or Los Angeles

500

What interval is the bridge of ''Ivy'' mainly composed of?

Major 2nds

500

This artist influenced musicians like Chuck Berry and Ray Charles, and was instrumental in the early development of rock and roll and R&B.

Louis Jordan

500

What are the two branches that R&B involved into? 

Contemporary & Alternative