Performance Project 3: African American Music Traditions
Indiana State Department of Music MUS 151: Introduction to Musical Traditions II Chris Bales, Justin Etmeier, Samantha Writtenhouse, Heather Embry, Jonathon Boren. source
Historical photos 1800s African American Slave Familes.
Historical photos 1800s African American Slave Familes. source
African American Music – Doo wop
Doo Wop was one of the most popular genres of rock & roll and R&B in the late ’50s. Doo wop artists were vocal groups, with each singer in the…
Taking the Stage: African American Music and Stories That Changed America
This is and except of the performances; Common, Doug E Fresh, and Chuck D. source
The African-American Origins of Barbershop Music, and Why It Matters, by Dr. David Wright
A groundbreaking presentation by Dr. David Wright tracing the indisputable roots of the barbershop style to African-American singers. Building on the original research of Lynn Abbott, Tuane… source
Country Music Has African Roots!
Check it out!!!! Country music actually began in Africa and within the African American community. source
African American Women In Music Videos
This documentary is about the representation of African American Women in Music Videos and its impact in our society.The representation of African American women in music videos has had a…
African Rhythms in Latin American Music
Classical guitarist, Anthony Ybarra, explores the influence of African rhythms in Latin American music before a live studio audience at UC Santa Barbara. source
Creole United: African American Creole Music from Louisiana
Creole United performs a concert of creole music from southwest Louisiana. Speaker Biography: Creole United is a group representing three generations of Louisiana Creole music culture. The… source
Taking the Stage: African American Music and Stories that Changed America
World-renowned dignitaries, athletes and artists from around the globe gathered at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. Designed to explore and celebrate African American contributio… source