Description
American music, according to this best-selling survey text, is a synthesis of various musical genres, such as popular, folk, sacred, classical, blues, jazz, and rock music, which have developed into a musical landscape that reflects the distinctive character of the country. Kingman provides a clear picture of American music by contrasting and comparing the musical traditions of the country's various regions and eras. This view includes the historical origins of all American music, the ways in which various styles have impacted one another, and the cultural contributions of the country's creative and innovative composers.
