History of Soul and R&B, A (History of American Music S.)

Handyside, Christopher

 
9781403481535: History of Soul and R&B, A (History of American Music S.)

Synopsis

Describes the origin and characteristics of soul and rhythm and blues and traces the history and development of the two popular music styles in the United States.

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Synopsis

This is an exciting new series that charts the roots and development of American music from the 1600s to the present time. Each book has a bold and colourful design, contains clear informative text including biographies, and quotations, and has a wealth of fascinating archive and contemporary photographic material. It features a full glossary and index. This series explores: how the regional, economic and social history of the US has shaped the style of American music; the musical instruments, sounds and techniques that define a particular genre; the influence of past performers on the current generation of popular artists, such as Aerosmith, White Stripes, Norah Jones and OutKast; and 'Have a go' boxes that encourage creative writing.

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9780431056838: A History of Soul and R&B (History of American Music) (A History of American Music)

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ISBN 10:  0431056838 ISBN 13:  9780431056838
Publisher: Raintree, 2007
Softcover