American R & B: Gospel Grooves, Funky Drummers, and Soul Power

by Aaron Mendelson Narrated by Intuitive

Overview

A singer calls out to the crowd.
An electric bass thumps out a beat.
Horns blare and strings swirl.
These are the sounds of R & B.

Rhythm and blues music evolved from all sorts of sounds: swinging jazz, gritty blues, and African American spiritual songs. The music's smooth mix of styles made it unique, and its passionate performers made it a sensation. Ever since Ray Charles hit the charts in the 1950s, R & B fans have held it down on dance floors. And R & B singers have belted out messages of love and calls for social change.

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From the Publisher

"...a truly inviting format that's sophisticated, yet accessible." —starred, Booklist

Product Details

BN ID:	2940170077502
Publisher:	Lerner Publishing Group
Publication date:	01/01/2017
Series:	American Music Milestones
Edition description:	Unabridged
Age Range:	10 - 13 Years

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