Quiz 2 Early Blues Flashcards
The “spiritual” is most commonly associated with?
The Deep South
T/F
The Fisk Jubilee Singers were the first gospel group to tour Europe?
True
Which Mississippi/Delta bluesman stands out as the greatest Mississippi/Delta guitarist?
Robert Johnson
Which great Delta blues man wrote and recorded Cross Road blues and Sweet Home Chicago?
Robert Johnson
In 1938 Big Bill Broonzy performed in John Hammond’s “From Spirituals to Swing” concert in New York city at which famous venue?
Carnegie Hall
T/F
W. C. Handy was portrayed by Nat King Cole in the movie St Louis Blues about his life?
True
How many bars are there in a standard blues form?
12
T/F
Blind Lemon Jefferson influenced Jimi Hendrix and others with his wild guitar playing with his teeth, behind his back and between his knees?
False
Which of the following bluesmen went blind as a result of an argument where lye was thrown into his eyes?
Blind Willie Johnson
Charlie Patton brought which instrument to a position of prominence in Delta blues?
Guitar
T/F
Bob Dylan recorded Blind Lemon Jefferson’s song “See That My Grave is Kept Clean” on his debut album?
True
Which of the following types of rhythm are NOT traditional to African music?
Blues rhythm
Rhythm in the blues comes directly from:
African traditions
Blind Lemon Jefferson’s music was featured in which 2007 film?
Blake Snake Moan
Which blues musician used the aliases Blind Sammie, Georgia Bill and Hot Shot Willie when recording for other labels?
Blind Willie McTell
