Black Music in America: From Then Till Now|h[videorecording]

Duration: 28

Year Published: 1971

Creator: Learning Corporation of America

Format: 16mm

Color: Color

Description: Introduces renowned black musicians and the contribution black music has made to America in the forms of jazz, blues, spirituals, protest songs, swing, and rock and roll. Gives a history of black music, from the time of the introduction of slavery in America to the present day, using old engravings and film clips. Includes Louis Armstrong, Mahalia Jackson, Bessie Smith, Count Bassie, Billie Holiday, Duke Ellington, and others.

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