THE MUSIC OF BLACK AMERICANS A HISTORY

The Music of Black Americans A history

The Music of Black Americans A history

Introduction

American music has been highly influenced by the descendants of African slaves, whom were brought to America in the early seventeenth century. The first evidence of their cultural contribution was the musical customs brought by the slaves, in their instruments and natural vocal talent. (Eileen 1997)

Discussion

The slaves' unrelenting life style and religious instruction led to the musical birth of Spiritual songs. Gospel appeared reformations of black churches; then the music industry grew into the colorful genres of Blues and Jazz. It ...