Module 3 Flashcards
1
Q
What is the first technological revolution?
A
- artists could be heard on the radio, or you could buy their records
2
Q
What is the modern era?
A
- artists were dependant on new technology for performance
- leading role in improving race relations
- introduced rhythm as first evidence of a new kind of song
3
Q
What is AABA form?
A
- chorus, chorus, verse, chorus
- verse is typically an interlude
4
Q
Who was Ethel Waters?
A
- first successful black performer in mainstream popular music
- blusey-pop singer
5
Q
Who is Bing Crosby?
A
- introduced crooning
- helped listeners connect with the singer (through crooning)
6
Q
Who is Billie Holiday?
A
- ability to transmute popular song into personal statement
- brought blues and swing of jazz into popular song
7
Q
What is the swing era?
A
- influenced from jazz orchestras, increase in riffs
- swing results from the conflict between the beat and syncopated riff
- energetic dance music
8
Q
Who is Fletcher Henderson?
A
- created big band swing
