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Africa is a huge continent and has a large number of regions/nations. Each region has it's own distinct music. North Africa's history is much different than the rest of the continent and it's music genre is very closely tied to the Middle East. East Africa has been influenced by Arabic, Indonesian, Indian and Polynesia music. Music and dance forms of the African genre were founded to a certain degree on African slaves. For many of the native tribes in Africa, songs are used to tell stories about the tribes history.
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What was the influence of West African music on American music?
Many west Africans were captured and sold as slaves in the United States. Music sung by slaves became gospel music. The music of Africa was also polyrhythmic, meaning their rhythms were quite complex. European music, which America inherited, was very melodic, but had simple rhythyms. The combination of European melodic traditions with African polyrhythms resulted in ragtime music in the 1890s. This heavily syncopated music in turn led to jazz and all that followed. Most American rock and pop music today is heavily syncopated, thanks to that African influence. Pop music words have also been influenced by West Africa. For example, in Wolof (a major language in west Africa) cat or kaimeans music, and hepi means to be aware, to know. So in jazz, a great musician was a hep cat. It is likely that hep -> hip >- hip-hop and also hippie.
How does Rasa influence Indian music?
what is rasa? how does it influence indian music
What music was inspired by African music?
Almost all music has derrived from African beats in some way, especially from the slave trade. giving the Americas much of the bassis for jazz and blues leading to r&b and rock to rap and metal
Why is African music considered functional music?
African music is functional music because it has an effect that is used with a purpose.
Traditional music of the Far East is largely?
Traditional Music From The Far East: Style: Indian Classical Genre: Folk, World, & Country
What are the factors that influence the music of japan?
Porn
What are factors that influence the music?
There many factors that influence music in the society. In most cases this is as a result of events happening, emotional feelings, inspiration and so much more.
Factors that influenced the music of japan?
Factors that influence the music in Japan are the people. It is mainly the demand for certain music that makes it be produced more.
How was traditional African music brought to America?
Uh, the slave trade?
Influence of west African music during slavery?
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What three cultures influence Puerto Rico's music?
Spanish, African and Taino
What Are the key features of African music to influence the blues?
Melisma is a common feature of West African music and the Blues. Pentatonic scales, which are prevalent in Blues music, are also found in Sudanese Haqiba music.
How did African music influence Latin music?
African music is characterized by drums and other percussion instruments, which are heavily used in Latin American music. Latin American music also has Spanish influence.
2.Bluegrass, folk, and country music have common roots in the traditional music of the Appalachian Mountains. Identify three characteristics of this traditional music that make it different from the music of today and contrast it with the music of today?
African-American 2.Ireland England Ballads
What are traditional south African music styles?
Marabi and Afrikaans music are some classic South African music styles. Reggae, gospel and kwaito are some more modern styles popular in South Africa.
What was the influence of West African music on American music?
Many west Africans were captured and sold as slaves in the United States. Music sung by slaves became gospel music. The music of Africa was also polyrhythmic, meaning their rhythms were quite complex. European music, which America inherited, was very melodic, but had simple rhythyms. The combination of European melodic traditions with African polyrhythms resulted in ragtime music in the 1890s. This heavily syncopated music in turn led to jazz and all that followed. Most American rock and pop music today is heavily syncopated, thanks to that African influence. Pop music words have also been influenced by West Africa. For example, in Wolof (a major language in west Africa) cat or kaimeans music, and hepi means to be aware, to know. So in jazz, a great musician was a hep cat. It is likely that hep -> hip >- hip-hop and also hippie.
How does 19th century music differ from 18th century music?
It had a ton more black influence, from the slaves. Even Beethoven was influenced by African music.
