When Thomas Edison invented the phonograph in 1877, the firs… When Thomas Edison invented the phonograph in 1877, the first thing he successfully recorded and played back was Read Details
Even though we know Stephen Foster as the writer of many “Am… Even though we know Stephen Foster as the writer of many “American” songs, he made his living as a _____________. Read Details
Before it was called “country music”, the music of immigrant… Before it was called “country music”, the music of immigrants from England, Scotland and Ireland was called Read Details
The composer who wrote the first composition by a black comp… The composer who wrote the first composition by a black composer to be performed by a major American orchestra was Read Details
The composer who wrote “The Rite of Spring” was The composer who wrote “The Rite of Spring” was Read Details
The style of jazz that was born in the saloons, dance halls,… The style of jazz that was born in the saloons, dance halls, and brothels of New Orleans, and is played mostly on the piano is Read Details
A style of music most associated with songs about sad things… A style of music most associated with songs about sad things and hard times is Read Details
The style of jazz that uses large bands, is mostly for danci… The style of jazz that uses large bands, is mostly for dancing, and was popular during World War 2 is Read Details
The librettist who wrote the lyrics for musicals by Arthur S… The librettist who wrote the lyrics for musicals by Arthur Sullivan Read Details